Nature Journaling

Slow down, look closer, and discover the beauty of Florida’s coastal environment through mindful observation and creative expression. Join our educators for Nature Journaling, a 90-minute guided workshop designed to help you connect with nature using all five senses.

You’ll begin with quiet reflection in our butterfly garden surrounded by native Florida plants, then continue at the outdoor pavilion for creative exercises like mangrove leaf rubbings and “mystery object” observations. Whether you prefer to draw or write, this program offers a peaceful opportunity to explore and record your natural surroundings in a new way.

What to Expect:

• Participants should be able to hold a pencil, stand for up to 25 minutes, and sit at picnic tables without back support.

• The program starts promptly at 9:00 a.m. — please arrive by 8:55 a.m.

• Coastal Center conditions can be warm, humid, and buggy; bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray.

• The program runs rain or shine (lightning may cause delays or cancellation).

Time: 9:00–10:30 a.m.
Location: Outdoor Pavilion, Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center
Price: $10 Nonmembers | $5 Members & Volunteers (Admission not included)
Ages: 12 and up (participants under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian)