Nature Journaling: Insects & Plants

Insects are abundant at this time of the year! We will spend time observing various species' behaviors and the plants they favor. We will discuss a variety of nature journaling techniques including drawing, painting, and writing.

What to Expect: This event will be held entirely outdoors. A short walk will be taken on the gravel trail and possibly on the earthen Gamber Wildflower Trail. There will be instruction and demonstration as well as time for actively working on journals. There is a port-a-john available on site. This event is recommended for ages 16 and up (participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult).

Where to Meet: At the trail kiosk just beyond the yellow gate.

What to Bring: Bring a journal as well as your choice of implements: watercolors and brushes, writing tools (pen/pencil/marker), or colored pencils; a fine tip black pen is recommended. A phone can be a helpful tool for reference pictures. Dress appropriately for the weather, layers are recommended. Bring a drink and a snack. It is recommended to consider bringing a portable chair or a blanket to sit on and work. If you do not have supplies, we always have extras for those who want to give nature journaling a try.

Event Leaders:

Peggy Eppig, Conservation Educator with Lancaster Conservancy, is an environmental historian and dynamic conservation educator who offers a hands-on approach to every theme from deep-time history to 21st century conservation methods and practices. She brings over 30 years of experience in interpretive and experiential education. Her wilder interests include ornithology (birds), herpetology (reptiles and amphibians), forest ecology, and natural history illustration.

Carol Welsh has been a lifetime educator and a nature journal artist with PA Council on the Arts. She has studied native plants at Mt. Cuba Center and botany at Millersville University. Carol is a member of the Lancaster Butterfly and Entomology Club and Muhlenberg Botanical Group, and she is a regular presenter at the North Museum and other local venues.

Refund Policy: If you are unable to attend this event after purchasing a ticket, refund requests must be made at least 48 hours before the event.

Animal Policy: Service animals active or in training are welcome. Please leave all pets at home.

Cancellation Policy: This event will be held rain or shine, with cancellation for severe weather made at the time of the event. If the Conservancy reschedules the event, attendees will be emailed and tickets will be automatically moved to the new date. If the Conservancy cancels the event, attendees will be notified via email when possible and refunded.

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