Nature Journaling the Haw River

Slow down. Look closer. Make connections. Nature journaling is a powerful practice that can help you sharpen observational skills and engage more deeply with our ecosystem.

This workshop will begin with a short lecture on the concept of nature journaling, including tips to jump-start your practice. It will also provide an overview of the Haw River watershed, including habitats, flora, and fauna. Participants will then take a short hike along the river to reinforce this information and search for drawing inspiration. Lastly, the group will spend time journaling on a common theme.

Participants will receive a resource guide that covers the ideas discussed, as well as Haw-specific journaling prompts and sample drawings. There is no artistic skill required. (We promise.) Children who can engage in the activities listed above are welcome to attend. Please bring water, a notebook (preferably unlined), and a pencil. Optional: Pens, colored pencils, watercolors.

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Date: Saturday, September 12 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

(This activity is weather dependent. Rain date: September 26)

Location: Haw River Trail trailhead in Saxapahaw Village

Directions: Park in Saxapahaw Village (1711 Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Rd., Graham, NC 27253). Walk down the amphitheater steps. Cross the parking lot toward the river. Walk down the metal stairs to the trailhead and picnic table area. (These stairs can be slippery!)

Terrain: Once you reach the bottom of the stairs, the trail is mostly flat. However, it is sandy and uneven, with exposed rocks and roots. It can become slick when wet.

What to bring: Water, a notebook (preferably with unlined pages), and a pencil. Optional: pens, colored pencils, watercolors.