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Ecology.Art.education
Adult Classes
Spring 2026
Nature Journaling with Dane County Parks
Sunday, April 19 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $80
Brigham County Park
Madison, WI
Learn to use a nature journal to connect with plants, animals, landscape, and yourself! We will practice letting go of details and focus on capturing forms and flow with quick sketching, adding basic color, and taking notes that put our experience of the moment on the page. During our hike we will plan to scout sprouting spring natives and ephemerals! While we will answer some botanical and ecological questions, the main focus will be to center and commemorate the experience in your journal.
All of this class will occur outdoors with a 1 mile hike on flat terrain. Please arrive 15 minutes early for a prompt start!
Suggested supplies:
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Sketching journal - at least 5.5"x8.5" 60 lb paper (heavier if using watercolor)
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Drawing tools - permanent felt tip pen/s (example: Pigma Micron 01-03 archival ink) pencil, sharpener, eraser
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Colored pencils (I will also have many colors to share!) OR
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Portable watercolor set
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Water brush (small size) or portable brush and a small water container
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Optional! Lap desk, stadium or other folding chair (small portable stools available to borrow)
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