Podcasts about nature journaling

Which veggie wins the title of fastest-growing? Join Mrs. Cindy as we find out the answer and explore why some vegetables seem to grow almost overnight! In the companion True Vegetables Video Class included in the No Sweat Nature Study LIVE membership, discover how true vegetables are different from fruits and how important they are to human nutrition. In your nature journal, you'll create a life cycle of a true vegetable, as well as a comparison of true vegetables and fruits. Join No Sweat Nature Study at NoSweatNatureStudy.com. Use the code NOSWEAT for 50% off your first month of a monthly membership. Buy gift cards for friends and family to join No Sweat Nature Study →  ourjourneywestward.com/downloads/no-sweat-nature-study-live-gift Charter schools can purchase access to No Sweat Nature Study → ourjourneywestward.com/charter Visit the True Vegetables show notes page to see a radish! See the nature-themed booklist → book recommendations from YOU! Share pictures of your nature studies on Instagram or Facebook. Be sure to tag @OurJourneyWestward so Mrs. Cindy will see them! Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episodes. Thank you! It helps the podcast so much! :)

Hello lovely friends,Welcome to the very first edition of The Sketchbook Dispatch! I'll be sharing one of these each month — a mix of what I've been working on in my sketchbooks and a spotlight on the incredible things our Creating Wild community has been dreaming up, sketching out, and bringing to life inside our member space.Honestly, I'm in awe. There's something so nourishing about being surrounded by curious, magical minds, and it's such a joy to be able to share even a small piece of their work with you.Alongside their creations, I'm also giving you a little peek into my own process this month. A video walk-through of my sketchbooks — eclectic, evolving, and full of both fast timed sketches (that challenge my recovering perfectionist tendencies) and slower, more thoughtful explorations (my preferred modus operandi!). I've been feeling a real pull toward “slow art” lately, but also experimenting with quicker studies to loosen things up for my illustrated work.If I had to name a theme that's emerged through all of this, it would be permission — giving myself the space to try something new (like storytelling through illustrated essays) and letting delight lead the way, even if it means stepping off the well-worn path or confronting what I thought I was and wasn't “good at.”So, with that, I hope you enjoy the video. Let's dive into what our amazing community has been creating.Before I send you off into the wild...If you'd like to be part of the Creating Wild community, you can learn more about it here. We've built a private, cozy corner away from the noise of social media. A space to explore creativity together through monthly workshops, weekly prompts, and a shared practice studio where you can connect, ask questions, and share what you're working on. We'd love you to be a part of it.

International Nature Journaling Week is coming up again very soon (1-7th June). In this episode we will explore the themes and ways that you can get involved in the celebration. Our overarching theme this year is Conversations With Nature. We will explore ways that we can listen, learn from, and communicate with the natural world. We will have a daily theme to focus our journaling. These daily themes will be:1. Describing the indescribable2. Playing with words3. Exploring nature through poetry4. Storytelling with nature5. Listening attentively6. Sensing the world around us7. Creating a vision for the futureThe website for International Nature Journaling Week is www.naturejournalingweek.com. The best way to stay in touch and not miss anything is by signing up to the newsletter. On the INJW website there is a Journal Share page where you can share your work with others and leave encouragement and support for other people's pages. You can connect with others from all around the world on the INJW Facebook group. To share your pages on Instagram or Facebook, use the hashtag #naturejournalingweek.com. If you would like to see my daily pages during the week and participate in giveaways, follow @journalingwithnature on Instagram.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Could you create a summer for your homeschooling family that's both restful and magical? By choosing meaningful activities, embracing cherished traditions, and keeping things simple, you can craft a summer that you'll look back on with satisfaction. Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call School to Homeschool YouTube Channel Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group  Learn more about School to Homeschool Contact Janae: schooltohomeschool1@gmail.com

Maria is an expeditionary artist whose work has led her to some of the planet's most wild and remote locations. Collaborating with scientific research teams, Maria uses art as a tool for communication. She is the founder of Art Toolkit, a company that specialises in portable materials adventurous artists.Listen to hear more about:The links between Maria's early life and her career as an expeditionary artist.The fellowship that allowed Maria to travel the world and make art for a year.The similarities and differences between the Arctic and the Antarctic landscapes. The process of communication between scientific research team and artist. Landscape sketching. Active observation.Using art to communicate the science of climate change.The development of Art Toolkit.Micro-adventures in our everyday lives.  You can find Maria's art and adventures at www.expeditionaryart.com. To learn more about Art Toolkit, visit their website and Instagram @arttoolkit. Art Toolkit have a wonderful collection of demonstrations and tutorials over on YouTube. Maria and the Art Toolkit team have generously created a discount code for listeners (valid until July 31st, 2025). The code is: NATUREJOURNALING15. You can apply the code at checkout to get 15% off your purchase. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

On today's episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, I'm talking with Karen Houlding about the power of nature journaling and why we should all lean into this unique form of notebooking in the Spring season.Come listen as we talk all about nature journaling: how Karen got started, how YOU can get started, the benefits that will come your way and much more. It's time to slow down, savor what we see and capture it all. You'll find the show notes for the episode with links to all of the books and resources mentioned right here: https://www.alitlife.com/2025/05/06/spring-into-nature-journaling-with-karen-houlding/Love this podcast and want more? Consider this your invitation to join my Get Lit(erate) Substack community! Each month, we take a deep dive into one bookish theme and work to bring it to life in our own lives. You'll get bonus episodes, book calendars, live book club and notebook sessions, special events and much more. Learn more at www.getliterate.co. Get your own Get Lit(erate). notebook to take notes on the books you want to read and notebook ideas you want to try: https://amzn.to/44wELKNIf you'd like to support the podcast, consider purchasing some Get Lit(erate). merchandise from my Zazzle store: https://www.zazzle.com/store/alitlifeAll earnings are funneled right back into the podcast expenses and maintenance fees. Thanks for your support!Follow Stephanie:Website: http://www.alitlife.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AffinitoLitTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/AffinitoLitInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/AffinitoLit

Learn how leaves use fuzz, chemicals, and even camouflage to stay safe from animals that might want to eat them. This episode is packed with surprising science and outdoor observation ideas! In the companion Parts of a Leaf video class included in the No Sweat Nature Study LIVE membership, you'll draw and label a detailed diagram of a leaf while learning what each part does—and why it's so important. You may not even realize some of these parts exist, but you're sure to be fascinated by them as you compare different kinds of leaves in your nature journal. Join No Sweat Nature Study at NoSweatNatureStudy.com. Use the code NOSWEAT for 50% off your first month of a monthly membership. Buy gift cards for friends and family to join No Sweat Nature Study →  ourjourneywestward.com/downloads/no-sweat-nature-study-live-gift Charter schools can purchase access to No Sweat Nature Study → ourjourneywestward.com/charter Visit the Parts of a Leaf show notes page to see the spines of a stinging nettle leaf! Defense Mechanisms of Plants curriculum → ourjourneywestward.com/downloads/defense-mechanisms-plants/ Share pictures of your nature studies on Instagram or Facebook. Be sure to tag @OurJourneyWestward so Mrs. Cindy will see them! Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episodes. Thank you! It helps the podcast so much! :)

Jennifer is a gardener, author and podcast host. By examining the intersection between gardens and human culture, her work helps to expand how we think about gardens, positioning gardeners as essential knowledge-holders and change-makers of our time.Listen to hear more about:Jennifer's first garden.The lessons a garden can teach us.Expanding the definition of gardening and reflecting on what gardening means to us.Our biological and cultural ties to flowers.  The cultivated spaces that make Jennifer feel at home.The feeling of loving a garden.Jennifer's book What We Sow: On the Personal, Ecological and Cultural Significance of Seeds. Gardens as places of hope during uncertain times.Jennifer's garden journaling practice. To learn more about Jennifer, you can explore the Cultivating Place website or find her on Instagram @cultivating_place.Jennifer has written three books that you can order from your local, independent bookstore:The Earth in Her Hands: 75 Extraordinary Women Working in the World of Plants. Under Western Skies: Visionary Gardens from the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Coast. What We Sow: On the Personal, Ecological and Cultural Significance of Seeds.Jennifer will be a guest speaker at this 2025 Wild Wonder Nature Journaling Conference. You can buy your ticket to the conference here. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

James is an artist and wilderness guide from New York. Driven by a desire to make the outdoors accessible to more people, James created Hike and Draw - a platform where he combines art and education to help people connect with nature in a meaningful way.Listen to hear more about:The rhythm of the seasons in New York.How the Scouting movement taught James to thrive in a range of outdoor environments.How James developed Hike and Draw.How nature connection can combat loneliness.The early natural historians that inspire James' work.The difference between and expedition and an adventure and how this relates to nature journaling.How a broken leg led James to nature journaling!How to be guided by ethics when interacting with nature.Nature journaling as a tool for conducting scientific research.Finding your niche.Socialising your research.The power of mountains. You can learn more about James and his work on his website www.hikeanddraw.nyc and on Instagram @james_sisti. Get a hardcopy of the book using this link: A Field Guide to Nature Journaling.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

In this conversation, Part 2, John (Jack) Muir Laws discusses the importance of nature journaling as a tool for creativity and self-expression. He shares his personal experiences with drawing, the challenges of dyslexia, and how these elements contribute to a deeper understanding of the natural world. The dialogue emphasizes the value of curiosity, the process of exploration, and the significance of attention in both art and education as he demonstrates how to Nature Journal.  Nature journaling encourages curiosity and exploration. Drawing can serve as a powerful thinking exercise. Perfectionism can hinder creativity; focus on the process instead. Incorporating poetry can enrich the journaling experience. Dyslexia can be a unique asset in creative expression. Attention to detail fosters deeper understanding in education. Mistakes in art are part of the learning process. Using objects from nature can inspire artistic expression. Creative expression is a personal journey, not a competition. Homeschooling requires profound attention and love. Watch this Episode on YouTube Watch Nature Journaling Part 1 on YouTube The Chambered Nautilus Poem John Muir Laws Resources John Muir Laws YouTube Channel Mindtraps Card Game After Dinner Brain Riddles Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group  Learn more about School to Homeschool Contact Janae: schooltohomeschool1@gmail.com

Learning some facts can be a powerful tool for understanding and connecting with animals. Following on from our conversation with Lee Putman from Facts and Fine Liners, let's go on our own fact-finding adventure and see what we can learn about our chosen animal species.I would love to hear your experience with researching facts about an animal. Did you feel more connected with the species? You can leave a comment on the Journaling With Nature website. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Nature journaling maestro John Muir Laws shares his profound insights into the timeless practice of nature journaling, a pursuit that stretches back to the days of Leonardo da Vinci. With a charm reminiscent of Mr. Rogers and Bob Ross, John invites us to open our eyes to the world around us, enhancing our observation skills, curiosity, and creative thinking. By practicing deliberate attention, we can build deeper connections with nature and the people we love, enriching our everyday lives with meaning and wonder. In a fascinating exploration of our cognitive processes, we discuss the concept of distributed cognition and how our brains prioritize specific details over the whole picture. We delve into the surprising caloric burn of chess players due to intense concentration and explore techniques like journaling and note-taking that can amplify our memory retention, extending our cognitive abilities beyond our minds. Curiosity takes center stage as we uncover the simple yet powerful mantra of "I notice, I wonder, it reminds me of," which acts as a catalyst for engaging with the world. From playful homeschooling adventures with 'home squirrel' to the creative exploration of math through square roots, the episode emphasizes the joy of unexpected learning and playful inquiry. Embracing curiosity, whether through nature, words, or numbers, invites us to linger in the mysteries of life, fostering a more enriched and connected existence. Watch this Episode on YouTube The Chambered Nautilus Poem John Muir Laws Resources John Muir Laws YouTube Channel Mindtraps Card Game After Dinner Brain Riddles Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group  Learn more about School to Homeschool Contact Janae: schooltohomeschool1@gmail.com

Contemplating Earth as part of a vast solar system, galaxy, and universe offers a powerful perspective. Let's explore ways to use nature journaling to connect with our place in space.In the episode I chat about the book Orbital by Samantha Harvey. Listen to episode 175 of this podcast where I talk with Kate Skinner about many things including the book Orbital. You can revisit Roseann Hanson's field trip to Mars here: Virtual Field Trip: Let's Explore Mars!I would love to hear your perspective on understanding our place in space through your nature journal. You can leave a comment on the Journaling With Nature website. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Kirstie is a teacher and nature journaler from Alaska. Her career has led her through a wide range of teaching situations, always with a focus on respect for people and place.Listen to hear more about:Kirstie's career that has spanned a wide range of teaching situations. The natural environment in Alaska. The vegetable garden as a place of joy. The story of how Kirstie came to nature journaling. Collaborations within the Alaskan nature journaling community.Documenting the dawn chorus in your nature journal.The benefits and joys of garden journaling.The Global GeoArt BlitzThe study of ethnobotany. The human connection with plants.To learn more about Seward Nature Journaling and the work Kirstie is doing in her community visit: Seward Nature Journaling.To find out about the Global GeoARTBlitz, visit Rosann Hanson's website here.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

You may have heard the phrase "crocodile tears", but what does it mean? In this episode, discover whether crocodiles shed real tears, and if so, why.

Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe. Nature journaling offers a way to document these events while also capturing our personal experiences and responses.Two nature journalers who document the effects of extreme weather are Miriam Morrill from @pyrosketchology and Robin Lee Carlson in her book The Cold Canyon Fire Journals. If you are interested to learn how to make a cyanometer, you can watch my little tutorial here.I would love to hear about your experience of nature journaling big weather events. Leave a comment below this post over on the Journaling With Nature website.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Spirals are all around us in nature, and finding them can be a joyful challenge. This week, let's go on a treasure hunt by tuning into the spirals in our nearby nature and capturing them on the pages of our nature journals.I would love to hear about the spirals you found this week. You can leave a comment below this post on the Journaling With Nature website.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening! 

Discover how beloved author and illustrator Barbara Cooney infused her stories with the beauty of nature. In this episode, we explore her life, her inspirations, and the special connections between her books and nature study! Join us for a special No Sweat Nature Study video class where we'll explore Barbara Cooney's breathtaking illustrations and uncover how she used nature to bring her stories to life. Students will compare her artwork across books and create nature journal pages inspired by her unique style! Join No Sweat Nature Study LIVE at NoSweatNatureStudy.com. Use the code NOSWEAT for 50% off your first month of a monthly membership. Buy Gift Certificates for friends and family to join No Sweat Nature Study →  ourjourneywestward.com/downloads/no-sweat-nature-study-live-gift/ Charter Schools can purchase LIVE or VIDEO-ONLY access to No Sweat Nature Study for you → ourjourneywestward.com/charter/ Visit the Barbara Cooney show notes page to see a lupine. Share pictures of your nature studies on Instagram or Facebook. Be sure to tag @OurJourneyWestward so Mrs. Cindy will see them! Visit our show sponsor, The Learning Well Journal, to purchase the spring edition of an encouraging, beautiful, in-print magazine for homeschooling parents. Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episodes. Thank you! It helps the podcast so much! :)

Across my years of exploring the majestic outdoors with young children, I've experimented with nature journaling.

Trina is a science teacher at a nature-based school, where she weaves together science and art through nature journaling. By guiding her students in an immersive learning experience, she helps them explore the world while creatively capturing their observations.Listen to hear more about:Teaching science in a nature-based school.Modelling nature journaling habits by drawing alongside the students.Learning from the expertise of the community. Surveying stream biology during Biodiversity Day.Starting a nature journal club in your area.  Simple art materials that you can use on-the-go.Adapting your nature journal classes to suit children of different ages.Inspiring nature writers. Click the link to find out more about the North Central Nature Journal Collaborative. You can find out about Trina's nature adventures over on Instagram @treenswalton.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Imagining ourselves in a landscape can be a calming and peaceful experience. What if we transformed these imagined landscapes into nature journal entries? These entries could serve as a source of calm when needed or even as the first step in bringing our envisioned landscapes to life.If you try today's prompt, I would love to hear about your experience and what the activity brought you. You can leave a comment below this post on the Journaling With Nature website.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening! 

This very special episode is a celebration of the life of Kate Skinner. Kate was passionate about human rights and social justice. She had a deep love of literature and the transformative power of human stories. Her warmth and love was felt by everyone in her life.Listen to hear more about:The freedom of unstructured outdoor play in childhood.The values of social justice woven into Kate's family life.Literature in the classroom and the ways Kate engaged her students in learning.The importance of landscape in literature and how it shapes characters and readers.How good writing can stretch past the limitations of our language.Finding lessons and meaning in literature.How reading develops empathy.Processing deep emotions through communication.Kate's love of teaching.How curiosity helps us connect with life and with each other.Here is a list of the books Kate refers to during the interview: Alexis Wright – CarpentariaEmily Brontë - Wuthering HeightsJohn Steinbeck - The Grapes of WrathSamantha Harvey - Orbital Charlotte Wood - Stone Yard DevotionalRebecca Solnit - Orwell's RosesGeorge Eliot - Silas MarnerElizabeth Strout – Olive KitteridgeAzar Nafisi - Reading Lolita in TehranCharles Dickens – David CopperfieldBarbara Kingsolver - Demon CopperheadFrances Hodgson Burnett - The Secret GardenThe celebration of Kate's life that we talked about during our conversation was recorded. You can watch it here: Celebrate Kate. -----------------Thank you for listening!

Naturalist, artist, and educator John Muir Laws on how writers can awaken curiosity, deepen their connection to nature, and unlock boundless creativity through the transformative practice of nature journaling.*ABOUT JOHN MUIRS LAWS John (Jack) Muir Laws is a principal leader and innovator of the worldwide nature journaling movement. ​He is the author and illustrator of several books including The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling (also available in Spanish), The Laws Sketchbook, The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds, Sierra Birds: A Hiker's Guide, Sierra Wildflowers: A Hiker's Guide, and The Laws Guide to the Sierra Nevada. RESOURCES & LINKS

Symbiosis is a close biological relationship between two different organisms, where at least one benefits from their interaction. Symbiosis highlights the interconnectedness and interdependence of living organisms and we will explore the different types of symbiosis in today's prompt episode. I would love to hear all about your plans for your nature journal this year and any examples of symbiosis you have noticed in your nearby nature. You can leave a comment below this post on the Journaling With Nature website.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening! 

Cultivating a curiosity for our world is the first step in repairing our relationship with place, the organisms that we share our planet with, and ourselves. This reconnecting is at the core of a crucial and life-changing practice called nature journaling. John Muir Laws is a leader and innovator in the world-wide nature journaling movement and shares his wealth of knowledge in a very special Learning from Nature episode. This conversation invites you to ponder the intricacies of everyday life and encourages you to begin recording and reflecting. Nature journaling is especially important for biomimicry: this practice can help to shift perspectives and offers new inspiration!  "A world of infinite beauty and discovery waits just beyond the point where we usually stop paying attention" (John Muir Laws).Learn more about the nature journaling movement.Get a nature journaling for biomimicry book (iSites).Grab some Learning from Nature merch including shirts and sweatshirts.If you want to begin your own learning from nature journey, take a course from Learn Biomimicry. Gain the skills to apply 3.8 billion years of research and development to your business, projects, and daily life.Listeners can save 20% on the Biomimicry Short Course Set, and 10% on the Biomimicry Practitioner and Educator Program with code LEARNINGFROMNATURE or by visiting this link.Thank you Pine Peak Productions for helping to evolve Learning from Nature to the next level! Support the show

When the world feels like it is in a dark place and things appear out of control, focusing on what brings hope can sustain us. Hope not only offers solace but also motivation to make positive change. Our nature journals can become a place to cultivate hope. Let's share hopeful ideas and resources this week.Some hopeful resources that I love:Jane Goodall InstituteJane Goodall HopecastDoug TallamyRoss GayI would love you to share your experiences and ideas about nature journaling hope by leaving a comment on the Journaling With Nature website below this episode.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Artist and bird enthusiast Ria Kotze explores her curiosity and passion for nature through creativity. Her story has taken her on adventures to many parts of the world, and now her biggest adventure of all is following her paintbrush wherever it leads.Listen to hear more about:The species that sparked Ria's birding passion.Finding her creative style and following the paintbrush.Keeping a perpetual journal and contributing to citizen science.Being a lifelong learner.The artists and educators who inspire Ria. Sharing nature journaling with young people.Ecologically responsible art materials.The ways that Ria's art practice has changed and developed over time.Learn more about Ria at www.bluefeatherart.com and connect on Instagram @followyouryarn.Here is a list of inspiring creatives that Ria mentioned during our conversation: Lara Call GastingerJohn Muir LawsRoseann HansonGeninne ZlatkisSharon FieldMax RomyNatalie Eslick-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

October 22nd,  2024 - This Week Denver has a weekly newsletter with literally hundreds of events going on around town! TWD Creator James is here to drop some of his favorites for this week!   As always, we're sharing our favorite upcoming cultural events, art openings, concerts, and all of the things that make Denver the city we're proud to call home.   Follow WDG: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8u8GmvBi6th6LOOMCuwJKw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whats_good_denver/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatsgooddenver   Do you have a Denver event, cause, opening, or recommendation that you want to share with us? We want to hear from you! Tell us what's good at tom@kitcaster.com.     The Goods:   Danceportation @ Meow Wolf   Trick or Drink: Denver Halloween Bar Crawl   Nuggets Vs. OKC @ Ball Arena   Red Rocks Schedule   Mayor Johnston AMA in the Denver subreddit   Beers & Ballots @ Western Sky Bar & Taproom   Indigenous Film Festival: Connecting to Tradition @ Denver Museum of Nature & Science ​​ Undivide Us Screening @ Denver Museum of Nature & Science   Voices From the Denvoid: Seance for Old Denver @ Revolte Goods   Princess & Archery Day @ Barr Lake State Park   Nature Journaling for Adults @ Mueller State Park       Our Sponsor:   Kitcaster Podcast Agency     Music produced by Troy Higgins  

Being in nature offers endless opportunities to be surprised and delighted by all the wonders that we find there. When you are outside, tune your awareness to those things that are new and different, to those surprising moments that make you gasp from joy and wonder.I would love to hear about the moments that make you gasp with delight. Share your stories by leaving a comment under this episode on the Journaling With Nature website. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening! 

Nics is a business and personal coach from Edinburgh, Scotland. She is training to be a forest bathing guide and approaches her work and nature connection practice with curiosity, an open heart, and a firm belief in the awesomeness of individuals. Listen to hear more about:The ways that Edinburgh's history and culture intertwine with nature.Life lessons learned from observing nature. Connecting with others in your community with authenticity and intention. Nature journaling as a mindfulness practice.The importance of play. Using different journals and how that can encourage creativity.Nature journaling while on holiday.The beauty of bees.Learn more about Nics' consulting work here: https://www.nxjconsulting.com/.Connect with Nics on Instagram @nics610 and Facebook Nature CoNxtion. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're thrilled to welcome Kathy Settevendemie, Treasurer and Secretary of Northern Rockies Nature Journal, as well as a dedicated Native Plant Specialist. With a rich background as a Montana native plant grower, past president of the Montana Native Plant Society, and former high school art teacher, Kathy brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the world of nature journaling. As a teacher, consultant, and artist, Kathy's work at Northern Rockies Nature Journal is all about creating educational opportunities that connect people to the natural world through journaling, fostering a deeper sense of stewardship and community. Join us as she shares her journey and insights on how nature journaling brings people closer to both the outdoors and each other.Wild Wisdom Takeaways:Get outside and start small – Nature is accessible no matter where you live. Begin with simple observations like an ant crawling or the clouds shifting. Whether you draw or write, the act of journaling will help you connect to the world around you.Create a practice of seasonal mindfulness – Like Kathy's botanical journaling, observing and recording seasonal changes—flowers blooming, weather shifts, or animal behaviors—can ground you in the rhythms of the natural world.Join a nature journaling group – Sharing your work with others fosters community and can lead to new insights and inspiration. Whether you join a local group or connect online, learning alongside others enriches your experience of nature.Northern Rockies Nature JournalingLet's hear your story! Click here to submit your tale. New England Fall Foliage Trip: October 13-19, 2024selfdrivenewengland.comConnect with me on social media! InstagramFacebookYouTubeLinkedInTikTokXPinterestFor more inspiration, check out www.WildDevelopmentsStudio.com.Wild Developments is part of the iRoar NetworkIntro & Outro: Bernie Baggs Support the show

This month I am going to be using a prompt list to encourage myself to keep a regular garden journal again. This has been inspired by Inktober which is an art challenge where participants sketch something in ink, every day for the month of October. There is an official list, but I have created my own. I am calling this challenge Inktober in the Garden. Each prompt is just one word related to gardens and gardening and is aimed to get us thinking in different ways about the beauty of our cultivated space. Here is the list:1. Pollinator; 2. Fruit; 3. Scented; 4. Germinate; 5. Wild; 6. Sun; 7. Growth; 8. Mulch; 9. Tendril; 10. Water; 11. Sow; 12. Flower; 13. Soil; 14. Shade; 15. Cultivated; 16. Climbing; 17. Root; 18. Invertebrate; 19. Companion; 20. Textured; 21. Supported; 22. Leaf; 23. Herb; 24. Seed; 25. Insect; 26. Weed; 27. Compost; 28. Tools; 29. Seedling; 30 Pod; 31. Harvest. If you would like to join me, you can use each prompt or just dip into the ones that inspire you the most. I would love to see your pages! If you are on social media you can use the hashtag #inktoberinthegarden or you can email me your pages at bethan@journalingwithnature.com. If you don't have a garden, you can use the prompts to get inspired by your local park or green space. I have created a blog post with this information. You can find it here: Inktober in the Garden. I am also excited to share the news that I have opened my online store! You can find it over on the Journaling With Nature website. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Ane is a multilingual translator living in Basque Country. Ane's work explores the ways that nature and creativity can foster wellbeing.Listen to hear more about:The similarities between language translation and painting.The reasons why Ane chooses to prioritise using the Basque language in her work and nature journal.The significance of colour for wellbeing. Ane's ‘Paint Your Wellness' sessions.How the combination of nature and creativity can help with anxiety. The benefits of quick sketching in nature.Painting as meditation.Finding wonder in nature.Keeping a travel sketchbook.You can connect with Ane on Instagram @anegaral.art and on YouTube. Click here to learn more about green sketching.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Maja is a multi-creative Danish artist living in Sydney, Australia. Maja dedicated herself to filling a hand-made nature journal each month for a year and came to know nature in her adopted country more deeply through the process.Listen to hear more about:Plant awareness disparity and how it affects our ability to connect with plants. The differences between nature in Australia and Denmark. Maja's year-long nature journaling project. Finding balance in your nature journal practice. Creative constraints and how they can be freeing.Maja's art challenge #shroomtember and how you can get involved.Incorporating sustainability into our art practice.Zines and how they connect people. The Sydney Nature Journal Club.Finding your way back to nature journaling after a break.You can find Maja on Instagram and Behance and follow along with her art challenge #shroomtember.If you are in the Sydney area and would like to connect with other nature journalers, you can find the Sydney Nature Journal Club on Meetup and on Instagram. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Looking back at our old journals can show how our practice has developed and remind us of techniques we would like to use again. Sometimes we can even answer our own nature questions! For today's prompt, we will revisit our past journal pages and see what they can teach us.I would love to hear about your experience looking back at old journals. Leave a comment below this post over on the Journaling With Nature website. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated. Thanks for listening!

The traditional Japanese calendar divides the year into 72 microseasons, each representing a period of change in the natural world. Pay attention to the small changes that happen in your region and see if you can identify some microseasons of your own.This week we are experimenting with an idea inspired by Mary Jo Hoffman, which is to explore the microseasons in our own part of the world. You can find the seasons that Mary Jo has identified for her own region in her book STILL: The Art of Noticing. I would love to hear about the microseasons you identify in your own region. Leave a comment below this episode. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated. Thanks for listening!

Every day for over twelve years, Mary Jo has posted a photograph of nature on her blog STILL. More than just a daily creative project, STILL has offered deep insights and connection to place.Listen to hear more about:A childhood spent exploring nature.How an aptitude for mathematics led Mary Jo into a career as an aerospace engineer.The beginnings of STILL blog and the initial parameters of the project. Fitting a one-a-day project into an already busy family life. Being in a state of ‘creative noticing'. Going deeper rather than wider in her exploration of nature.The 72 micro-seasons of Mary Jo's bioregion.  The importance of play. How engineering and mathematics influence her creative work. The family's travels in France. The fusion of life and art. Falling in love with the landscape wherever you are. Visit stillblog.net to explore Mary Jo's incredible project. You can also connect with Mary Jo on Instagram @maryjohoffman. Find STILL: The Art of Noticing here.Steve Hoffman's memoir A Season For That: Lost and Found in the Other Southern France can be found here.Keep in touch with Mary Jo's work by signing up to the STILL newsletter here. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening! 

Bringing play into our nature journaling practice is an invitation to lean towards joy and freedom and away from perfectionism and self-criticism. Start your journaling sessions with play – embrace all of your silly, wonky, imperfect, life-filled lines and have fun!Over on the Journaling With Nature YouTube channel I have a playlist where you can follow along with different exercises to loosen up and play:Creative Play for Nature Journalers-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening! 

Listen to hear more about:How Kaddi came to nature journaling.Kaddi's ideal day in nature.How nature was a solace for Kaddi during a challenging time.The growing nature journaling community in Germany and other German speaking regions in Europe.The regular in-person and online nature journaling gatherings that are happening in Germany.The importance of giving supportive feedback.Starting a nature journal club in your area.  Travelling nature journals.Nature journaling as meditation.Kaddi's hopes and plans for nature journaling in the future.Follow Kaddi on Instagram @kaddikaracho and on YouTube @NatureJournalette.Some of the groups and workshops mentioned can be found here:Nature Journaling Deutschland group on FacebookGerman nature journal clubs mapWeekly online sessions of Nature Journaling and Tea and Nature Journaling and Coffee can be found on the website of Verena Hillgärtner: Wieder Wilder Werden.Wild Wonder Educators Workshop-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Today's prompt comes from a challenge created by last week's guest, Sofia Gazarian. Sofia's idea was to draw or paint the same bird each month for a year. Through this process you will be able to watch your own progress as you develop your skills of drawing birds. You can control the variables by using the same time limit for your sketch, as well as using the same reference photo, materials and paper size. Give it a go if it sounds like a fun challenge to you!To find inspiration from Sofia's One Year Bird page, visit her Instagram @printyourbird. If you post your own page on Instagram, use the hashtag #oneyearbird so Sofia can see your birds!Find royalty free bird photos:Unsplash - https://unsplash.com/Pixabay - https://pixabay.com/-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Sofia has a passion for birdwatching. While cultivating a daily sketching habit, Sofia has learned that you can find birds and make amazing discoveries even in the heart of a big city.Listen to hear more about:Making personal discoveries in nature. How Sofia went from selling vintage bird art to drawing and painting her own birds. The bird illustrators that inspire Sofia.How a birding challenge helped Sofia make many discoveries her local parks.Using a monocular for capturing bird photos on your phone.Tips for beginner birdwatchers.Keeping a bird journal.Drawing the same bird each month to track your artistic progress.The calming effect of drawing birds.Illustrators who have inspired Sofia's drawing:John James AudubonGeorge EdwardsJohn and Elizabeth GouldOhara KosonDavid SibleyJohn Muir LawsDanny Gregory Felix ScheinbergerApps that Sofia uses while birdwatching:Merlin Bird IDBirdNETeBirdTo follow along with Sofia's bird drawing journey find her on Instagram @printyourbird.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Today we are exploring the corners of our environment, the neglected places that we do not normally visit. There are nature stories here too. Take some time to nature journal the things that you notice in a place that might have been overlooked for a while.While I was playing with my son in the garden, I came across a corner that we never usually visit. It made me think that there are neglected parts of our environment that also have stories to tell. This week I will be nature journaling in a corner of my space, and I invite you to do the same. If you do not have a garden, seek out a corner of your local park, or even a corner of your home. What do you find there? What nature stories are playing out in these neglected spaces?I would love to see what you find in your local environment. Leave a comment below this post on the Journaling With Nature website. I plan to create more videos over on YouTube. If you are interested to see these prompts as videos, head over there and subscribe to stay in touch. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates.You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Jarod is a poet, author and podcaster who writes intimately about the appreciation of nature, the interconnectedness of all things, and the complex experience of being human.Listen to hear more about:Jarod's first experiences writing poetry in nature. The wildlife Jarod encounters living between a park and a cemetery.The interconnections between all living and non-living parts of our world. Remembering that we are part of nature. The Cryptonaturalist Podcast and finding deeper love for nature through fictional worlds. The joy of living in a world of unanswered questions. Finding balance between destructive and constructive mindsets.Jarod's new book Something in the Woods Loves You. Depression and how nature can be a balm during these times.The value of delight and whimsy. Find out more about Jarod and his work on his website https://www.jarodkanderson.com/ or connect on Instagram @cryptonaturalist.You can pre-order a copy of Something in the Woods Loves You here.Listen to Jarod's podcast here: The Cryptonaturalist. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

International Nature Journaling Week is coming up again soon (1-7th June) and in this episode I chat about all the ways that you can get involved during the week.Our overarching theme this year is ‘Celebrating the Cycles of Life' and our daily themes will explore the biological processes that organisms might go through in their lifecycles. The daily themes are:Germination and emergenceGrowth and developmentMetamorphosis and transformationReproduction and replicationFruiting and dispersalDecay and decompositionRenewal and regenerationThe website for International Nature Journaling Week is: www.naturejournalingweek.com. The best way to stay in touch with what's coming up during the week is to subscribe to the newsletter.You can connect with others from all around the world on the INJW Facebook page. If you would like to see my daily pages during the week and participate in giveaways, follow @journalingwithnature on Instagram.If you would like to share a short video of yourself talking about one of the prompts, email me at bethan@journalingwithnature.com and I will share how you can do this. If you are interested to see Susanne Swing Thompson's new book A Closer Look: The Neighborhood, visit her website here. We look forward to sharing with you during International Nature Journaling Week 2024!-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated. Thanks for listening!

As someone who deeply values the importance of connecting people with nature, I was thrilled to have John Muir Laws as a guest on the latest episode of The Fancy Scientist podcast. Ever since completing my PhD and working with kids, I've recognized that fostering an emotional attachment to nature, especially during childhood, is a central solution to all conservation problems. Because when people aren't emotionally attached to nature, they won't know how to care about its decline and loss. These attachments are formed from experiences in nature. And what better way to cultivate that connection than through the beautiful practice of nature journaling?Nature journaling is the simple, yet profound act of using a notebook to record and draw your observations, questions, and reflections about the natural world around you. By slowing down and paying close attention to details, you not only deepen your appreciation for nature but also enhance your ability to remember and learn.John Muir Laws is a champion of this transformative practice. With a background in wildlife biology and a lifelong passion for nature exploration, he has dedicated himself to spreading the joy and wisdom of nature journaling across the globe. In an era where technology often disconnects us from the great outdoors, his mission to reconnect people with the natural world is more relevant than ever.In our conversation, John shared fascinating insights and practical tips for embracing nature journaling. We explored the benefits it offers for both children and adults, discussed strategies for overcoming the initial hesitancy (especially for us grown-ups!), and celebrated the sheer magic that unfolds when we immerse ourselves in the present moment, pen and notebook in hand.Specifically, we discussed:What exactly is nature journaling and how to get startedThe benefits of nature journaling and being out in natureThe power of nature journaling in fostering deep observation, curiosity, and wonderPractical techniques for engaging kids in nature journaling, including prompts and scaffoldingOvercoming the fear of "not being good enough" at drawing or writing, and embracing the journeyThe importance of role-modeling present, nature-connected behavior for childrenStrategies for making nature accessible and welcoming to people of all backgroundsAnd MORE!!Whether you're a seasoned nature lover or someone seeking to reignite your connection with the great outdoors, this episode is a delightful invitation to slow down, observe, and capture the beauty that surrounds us. So grab your notebook, sharpen those pencils, and get ready to embark on a journey of discovery and appreciation through the art of nature journaling.Happy journaling, my fellow nature enthusiasts!I'm Dr. Stephanie Manka (formerly Schuttler), a wildlife biologist of nearly 20 yrs with 20+ peer-reviewed scientific publications, author of the book Getting a Job in Wildlife Biology: What It's Like and What You Need to Know (https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Job-Wildlife-Biology-What/dp/B08JDYXS4G/) and founder of Fancy Scientist. My channel and the Fancy Scientist LLC is dedicated to connecting people to science and nature, breaking stereotypes of, and empowering scientists. I help aspiring and struggling wildlife biologists get the right training so they can get jobs, live out their life's purpose and make a difference in this world.Sign up for my next free job training: https://stephanieschuttler.com/trainingwaitlist/ Want to learn about cool animals, conservation, and get tips about careers in wildlife biology, science, and more? Subscribe to my channel: https://www.youtube.com/StephanieSchuttler and join my email list: https://stephanieschuttler.com/ I'd love to meet you. Connect with me on social media:Twitter: https://twitter.com/FancyScientistInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fancy_scientist/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fancyscientist/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/fancyscientist/pins/Join the “Getting a Job in Wildlife Biology” Facebook group to connect with other aspiring wildlife biologists, post your questions and get free advice: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gettingajobinwildlifebiologyListen to the Fancy Scientist Podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fancy-scientist-material-girl-living-in-sustainable/id1509587394 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/29swiuHG4TWKbS9gRZrORW

Free writing is a technique where we write continuously for a period of time, without censorship or judgment. It can help us connect with our natural surroundings as well as our inner landscape, and can bring clarity, insight and a sense of calm.-----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Anastasiia is a watercolour artist, creative mentor, and digital nomad, sharing her travel sketchbook and adventures. Through her courses and online community, Anastasiia helps other artists follow their own creative paths.Listen to hear more about:The classical art training Anastasiia received at art school in Russia. The personal project that started Anastasiia on the path of botanical and nature illustration.How Anastasiia launched her freelance career and became a digital nomad.The challenges of forming a daily sketching habit.What it is like sketching in public.How words of encouragement at the right time can significantly influence our life path. How working on a personal project can attract professional work that you love!Cultivating a travel mindset at homeAnistasiia's favourite travel sketching tools.Travel sketching tips for how to paint on-the-go.Anastasiia's course Make Art with Confidence.  To find out more about Anastasiia and her work visit https://www.anastasiiamorozova.com/ or find her on Instagram @natura.illustrata. If you would like to learn more about her signature course you can visit Make Art With Confidence, or for other courses visit her profile on Skillshare. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Leandra is an artist, environmental scientist, and educator. Through her work she invites others to connect with the joy and wonder that can be found in the outdoors.Listen to hear more about:The experience of monitoring whooping crane data and how that unlocked Leandra's love of birdwatching. Personal reflections and lessons from nature.Making observations and asking questions in nature.Leandra's favourite art media and expressing creativity in different styles. Leandra's adventure climbing Mt Kilimanjaro and how the team supported each other on the mountain. The important bird that was Leandra's travel companion during the climb. Leandra's creative collaborations with Outdoor Afro. The book Nature Swagger: Stories and Visions of Black Joy in the Outdoors by Rue Mapp.To find out more about Leandra and her work visit https://www.seasonallee.com/ or connect on Instagram @_leandraaaa_.Watch a Write Out workshop that Leandra did with Outdoor Afro on YouTube.Read more about the hammock that Leandra designed and watch a video about her creative process on the ENO website.Check out Leandra's Keen footwear collaboration – Sandals for Swimmerships.Purchase the socks Leandra designed here.Find Phil Henderson on Instagram @phil_henderson.Learn more about Outdoor Afro online and on Instagram @outdoorafro.Learn more about Rue Mapp, author of Nature Swagger: Stories and Visions of Black Joy in the Outdoors. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates each month. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Let's go on a colour hunt! Take a small handful of colour pencils and head outside. See if you can find these colours around you in nature. When you find something that matches one of the colours you chose, sketch that object in your journal using the pencil. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates. You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon. Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Keeping a nature journal the way Charlotte Mason suggested incorporates so many disciplines! Nature Journaling: Where Science, Writing, Poetry, and Art Come Together originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.