Nature Journaling
Virtual Workshop
December 29, 2024 at 2pm
Nature journaling is the creative practice of drawing and writing your observations in response to things you see in nature. This course will serve as an introduction to nature journaling. We will review the benefits of nature journaling, the supplies/ materials required, tips for finding inspiration on a hike, and drawing tips. The goal of this virtual course is to set you up with the knowledge and inspiration to begin your nature journaling practice. Workshop lasts approximately 2 hours.
"I started this practice a little over two years ago and since then I have learned a couple hundred species. I wish I had started it sooner." - Jennifer Pharr Davis, BRHC founder
Cost:
$40 per person
The workshop will run if there are a minimum of 3 participants signed up. If the minimum has not yet been met, we'll contact participants one week before the workshop to discuss options.
Sign-Up Details:
In order to sign up for this trip, please go to our trip calendar and select the workshop date (December 29, 2024). You will find the workshop listed there.
Itinerary:
Workshop is hosted virtually via Zoom. Login information will be sent out to participants in advance. This workshop will begin at 6pm, and will last approximately 2 hours. Your workshop will begin with a short introduction to materials, technique, and what to consider when nature journaling. Then you'll get to try it out! Participants should come prepared with a sketchbook and colored pencils.
Instructor:
Your instructor for this workshop will be Melinda "Pencils" Irby. Melinda grew up in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, but has called WNC home for 8 years. She has section hiked the southern half of the Appalachian Trail and loves to explore WNC trails as well. She thoroughly enjoys learning new flora and fauna, and drawing in her nature journal on every hike. When Melinda isn’t hiking, she creates artwork and loves to hang out with her daughter and dog. You can check out Melinda's artwork online at Wandering Arts and Crafts.
What to Bring:
Participants should come prepared with a sketchbook and colored pencils. If you need to purchase these items, we recommend a Prismacolor 12-pack of colored pencils. A Vivia mixed media sketchbook is a great option for taking out on the trail.
Cancellation Policy:
Payment in full is required to register. Workshop cost includes a 15% non-refundable administrative fee. Reservation may be cancelled up to 1 week before the trip for a refund (minus the 15% fee). Within 1 week, a 50% refund will be offered. Within 48 hours, a refund will only be offered if Blue Ridge Hiking Company cancels the workshop due to severe weather.
If your instructor does an exceptional job, please show your appreciation with a tip. Our team of highly trained professional guides never expects but always appreciates a tip. Industry standard gratuity for a guided backpacking trip is 15-20% of trip price.
If you have any questions regarding this trip, you can reach us by phone at 828-713-5451 or by email at trips@blueridgehikingco.com.