Nature journaling involves closely observing the natural world and describing what you see using words, drawings, or paintings—sometimes all three, sometimes more! Spend a summer Sunday morning connecting with nature with Docent Naturalists Ann Reisenauer, Noa Doitel, Maureen Draper, and Susan Bernhard. You’ll start with activities to engage your senses before having a leisurely-paced opportunity to explore Alpine Pond. This more active portion will be followed by some quiet time to sit and pen a poem, draw a wildflower, or paint a watercolor. Finally, you'll share your work (if you want to) and discuss these new pages in your nature journals. (Note: Please bring a sketchbook/journal, a pen and pencil, and if working in color, a set of color pencils or watercolors. Also bring a snack and a portable chair or something comfy to sit on.)
For this activity at Skyline Ridge Preserve, meet at the Russian Ridge Parking Area on the northwest corner of the Skyline Boulevard (Highway 35) and Page Mill/Alpine Road intersection (across Skyline Blvd. on the right). Those traveling from I-280 on Page Mill Rd. should allow approximately 40 minutes travel time.