Nature Journaling at Manoa Heritage Center

SAT Jan 20

9am – 11 am

1 session – $15

Limited to 15 participants.

Ages 12 and up.

Would you like to spend an afternoon connecting with the native Hawaiian plants at Mānoa Heritage Center? Or maybe you would like to spend the afternoon reconnecting with your creativity through drawing or writing? Or maybe you’re more science and math-minded, and would rather learn facts and create diagrams? Or maybe a combination of all of the above? Then come join artist Kate Righter for an introduction to Nature Journaling!

What is Nature Journaling?

Nature Journaling is the creative practice of recording thoughts and observations of the ʻāina using a combination of words, pictures, and numbers.

It all begins with stepping outside with paper, a pen or a pencil, and an open mind. You don’t need to be an artist, writer, naturalist, or a scientist, you just need to be curious!

What will the wokrshop include?

The day will include a mix of lessons designed to inspire deeper levels of observation and awareness of the natural world. Participants will be encouraged to apply a variety of creative techniques and scientific methods of inquiry to their conversations and projects. We will learn the Hawaiian names for native plants, animals, and places, and I will share moʻolelo appropriate to the time and place.

Every lesson is flexible and based on the experiences and situations of the day and the interests of the class. Ultimately, the land is the best teacher, and remaining open to what can be learned in the moment is the most important lesson.

Each participant should bring their own:

-Journal, notebook, or sketchbook

-Pencil with an eraser

-Black pen

-Colored pencils (optional)

-Mat or towel to sit on (MHC does have campstools participants may use)

-Sunscreen

-Hat if desired

-Water in a reusable bottle

Visit Kate Righter’s website for more information about supplies needed for nature journaling.