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NOTE: This was formerly called Monterey Bay Nature Journal Club Online, but name was changed to reflect the international nature of our community
All are welcome- beginners as well as seasoned nature folks!
Schedule: Start at 9:30 am- end at 11:00am Pacific Time.
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Guided Nature Jounaling on a topic
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Solo- time: We have option to log off of your screen to nature journal outside in our own nearby nature, or indoors
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Sharing Circle: Return to Zoom for sharing our discoveries and journal pages.
Open to all levels. No experience needed- just come with an open mind and willingness to try!
What to bring in general:
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Have a journal/sketchbook, or paper, and a pencil or pen.
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Colored pencils or watercolor optional.
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Bring your curiosity and willingness to try!
This session is free of charge to members of the online community: Spark Collective
Other benefits of the Spark Collective Membership
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Continue the sharing of ideas, learning new skills, and growing your connection with nature in our private member community.
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Additional nature journaling co-working journal together time
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Monthly workshops, to expand your creativity, nature connection and nature journaling skills
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Enjoy nature journaling on your own and share your discoveries with us!
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Get feedback and guidance from Melinda online live as well as through the community app
Learn more about the community here. and get a free 14-day trial.
Upcoming Events
Multiple DatesSat, Oct 05Marina LibraryOct 05, 2024, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM PDTMarina Library, 190 Seaside Cir, Marina, CA 93933, USA
Multiple DatesThu, Oct 10Virtual on ZoomOct 10, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PDTVirtual on ZoomOct 10, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PDTVirtual on ZoomLet's explore the outdoors virtually together and capture our experience through nature journaling. This is not a drawing class- but a low stress and relaxed way to approach nature journaling! Learn easy ways to sketch and write about our conversation with the natural world.
Fri, Oct 11Castroville Library AND Moss LandingOct 11, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDTCastroville Library AND Moss Landing , 11160 Speegle St, Castroville, CA 95012Oct 11, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDTCastroville Library AND Moss Landing , 11160 Speegle St, Castroville, CA 95012Let's sketch birds in the field and take notes in your journal to expand your learning in how to identify them, Melinda will offer easy ways to sketch moving birds, what kinds of notes to take including sounds and behaviors.- Sat, Oct 19Sister SucculentsOct 19, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PDTSister Succulents, 14205 Campagna Way, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
Sat, Oct 26Elkhorn Slough SafariOct 26, 2024, 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM PDTElkhorn Slough Safari, 7881 Sandholdt Road, Moss Landing, CAOct 26, 2024, 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM PDTElkhorn Slough Safari, 7881 Sandholdt Road, Moss Landing, CAJoin Melinda on the Elkhorn Slough Safari's Fall Specialty Tour for nature journaling focused trip! We'll hang out with the resident otters, birds and other wildlife, and bring home a sketchbook of memories!
Multiple DatesMon, Oct 28zoomOct 28, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:15 PMzoom- Nov 14, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PSTVirtual on ZoomLet's explore the outdoors virtually together and capture our experience through nature journaling. This is not a drawing class- but a low stress and relaxed way to approach nature journaling! Learn easy ways to sketch and write about our conversation with the natural world.
Thu, Jan 16Various locations in Morro Bay AreaJan 16, 2025, 3:00 PM PST – Jan 19, 2025, 5:00 PM PSTVarious locations in Morro Bay Area