It can be intimidating to begin a method of documenting what you notice in nature. Nature journaling books imply you’ll need to be an accomplished artist. Identification of species of insects, lichens, and more almost seems impossible. A journey of a 1000 miles begins with the first step. Let’s start the journey. Bring a camera and your field notes if you have them. Joe Walewski, Wolf Ridge Naturalist and author of Lichens of the North Woods, will be joined by other Wolf Ridge Naturalists…and you! We will learn from everyone on this collaborative exploration of the world around us. Expect to be a little active as we explore nature nearby.

You will need the following tools for this class:

• Wear comfortable shoes
• journal of your choosing, can be small and simple
• pencil
• pencil sharpener
• gallon ziplock bag that fits your journal in case of inclement weather
• appropriate clothing to be outdoors in a variety of conditions
• phone or camera
• water bottle
• We will take a lunch break in town

Feel free to bring your favorite tools and whatever materials you might feel appropriate for this course.

• colored pencils
• favorite writing utensils
• hand lens