Event Date(s)
Event Time
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Location
Forest Park Nature Center
County
Fulton
Mason
Peoria
Tazewell
Facilitator: Sarah Smith
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Rain Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Rain Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Location: Forest Park Nature Center
5809 N Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights, IL
Restrooms and water fountain available in the Nature Center.
Overflow parking available in the Samaritan Ministries parking lot.
5809 N Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights, IL
Restrooms and water fountain available in the Nature Center.
Overflow parking available in the Samaritan Ministries parking lot.
Skill Level
Beginner – All skill levels welcome.
No naturalist, artistic, drawing, or writing experience required.
No naturalist, artistic, drawing, or writing experience required.
About This Program
Deepen your enjoyment of and connection to nature through the practice of nature journaling.
Nature journaling is fundamentally the recording of your observations and experiences in nature. The method of how it’s done depends on you and your interests.
In this program you will learn:
- Nature journaling skills and techniques
- Skills of observation, perception, inquiry, and connection
- The benefits of maintaining a nature journaling practice
We will put what we’ve learned into practice using journaling prompts and exercises in the Forest Park setting.
What to Bring
What to Bring
- Mixed media sketchbook or preferred journal
- Favorite writing utensils
- Drawing pencils and/or colored pencils (Prismacolor suggested, but just bring what you have/can)
- Water bottle
- Snack (if needed)
- Lawn chair or blanket
- And of course! An open mind and an eagerness to learn and explore!
About the Facilitator:
Through her experience as an Illinois Extension Master Gardener and Master Naturalist, Sarah has found many ways to enjoy and experience nature. She is a current member and volunteer at Forest Park Nature Center. With a degree in Art History and interests in nature and mindfulness practices (yoga, meditation, gardening, etc.), Sarah is excited to combine her love of all these things and introduce you to the practice of nature journaling.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact
Program Areas
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County
Fulton
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