Wild Wanderings is a series of nature journaling walks designed to help you connect with—and immerse in—our local environment.

Held in the beautiful Birdsland Reserve and led by local artists and experts in native ecosystems, each walk uses art and knowledge as a catalyst to slow down and deeply engage with nature.

By mindfully documenting your personal observations of the natural world, and by taking part in activities that will engage the senses (walking, observing, drawing, listening, touching…), get ready to experience the Dandenong Ranges like never before!

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MEET YOUR GUIDES

Martha Iserman is a science illustrator and artist who uses nature journaling to get people interested and creative in the outdoors. She has a background in biological illustration and leads workshops that help people connect with the landscapes around them through drawing, observation, and storytelling. Her work looks at how art, science, and the natural world all connect.

With qualifications and years of experience in Environmental Science and Education, Kerry Press has a deep connection with the natural world, an extensive knowledge of wildlife and ecology, and a passion for sharing nature with people in ways that inspire.

WHEN
Sunday 28th of September
10 am - 12 pm

WHERE
Meet at Birdsland Environmental Education centre for a 2.4km walk around Birdsland Reserve.
(In case of bad weather, a nature journaling workshop will be held inside the Birdsland Environmental Education centre).

COST
$30 / $25 concession
Please note Wild Wandering Walks are open to adult over 18 only

Tickets include a guided walk, access to basic art supplies and a voucher for a native plant, to be redeemed at the Southern Dandenongs Community

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What is nature journaling?
Nature Journaling is the practice of drawing or writing in response to nature, collecting and organising your observations, questions, connections, and explanations on the pages of a notebook, using words and pictures.

You do not need to be an artist or a scientist to begin a nature journaling practice. Simply slow down, pay attention, and use all your senses to connect with the natural world.

Proudly funded by Yarra Ranges Council

Image credit: Martha Iserman