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.) Reservations are required and will be accepted on or after May 31 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) and close June 12 at 2:00 p.m.
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.