Nature Journaling Series: River

Nature journaling is the practice of drawing or writing in response to nature. This mindfulness practice will help you slow down, notice the little things, and form stronger nature connections with the natural environment where you live. During this nature journaling series we will explore Wyndham's native flora and fauna as we follow the spring wildflowers through riparian, grassland, and costal ecosystems. 

For the first workshop in this series we will visit the riparian riverside reserve at Cobbledicks Ford, named after the bluestone ford that was built by early settlers. This 24 hectare nature reserve is rich in both Aboriginal and European history, and is now managed for its conservation values. Home to beautiful old River Redgums and the endemic Werribee Bluebox trees, this reserve is a thriving hive of bird activity with the sound of the Werribee River flowing in the background. 

You do not need to be an experienced drawer to be able to take part in this workshop. Join us to learn the the basics of nature journaling and to start your nature connection practice. 

Register for one, or all three nature journaling workshops in this series.

What to bring

1. Lightweight deck chair or blanket to sit on,
2. Sketchbook for journaling, 
3. Pencil or pen to draw with.
   Optional items : coloured pencils, watercolour pencils, watercolour paint, sketching charcoal, fine-line pens.  

*Meeting point: street parking is available on Lansell Rd, Wyndham Vale. Take a short walk across the creek bridge and meet at the Lollipop Grassland Walk.