This Class is hosted by the Sabbathday Lake Shaker Community in New Gloucester, Maine

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2-Day Workshop
Friday, May 31 – Saturday, June 1, 2024
10am-4pm both days

This workshop invites you to explore the world around you through the lens of nature journaling. Spend a refreshing weekend learning techniques, creating a personalized journal, and immersing yourself in the beauty and wonder of nature at the Shaker Bog.

What you’ll experience:

-Craft a unique accordion nature journal: On Friday morning, Geoff Davis will guide you through building a beautiful and functional accordion journal with pockets and inserts to organize your observations and creative expressions.

-Discover engaging journaling activities: Friday afternoon, we’ll delve into 3-4 specific journaling prompts and activities, sparking your creativity and providing you with a foundation for enriching your journal entries.

-Put your learnings into practice: On Saturday, we’ll embark on a guided outdoor excursion around the Shaker Bog. This is your opportunity to apply the techniques learned, observe the natural world, and start to fill your journal with personal reflections and artistic expressions.

-Share and learn from your fellow explorers: Saturday afternoon we’ll gather in studio to share and discuss your journaling experiences, gain inspiration from each other’s work, and offer insights and feedback.

Who should join:

-Nature enthusiasts of all levels (ages 14 and up) seeking to deepen their connection with the natural world.

-Artists and creatives looking for new ways to express themselves through observation and exploration.

-Anyone interested in developing a mindful and enriching nature journaling practice.