Nature Journaling

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Nature, STEM Learning, SummerQuest

Age Group:

Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages
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  • This event is for registrants age 8 to 18.

Event Details

Explore the wild side of summer! 🌿🌼

Uncover bugs, plants, animals, and other natural mysteries hidden in plain sight during this six-week adventure! Each week brings a brand-new topic, cool crafts, and outdoor explorations to fuel your curiosity and imagination—all while building your own personalized nature journal. We’ll wrap up the adventure with a movie, snacks, and time to reflect on your favorite discoveries.

Whether you’re into art, science, nature, all of the above—this adventure is for YOU! 

🗓️ Weekly Schedule

  • June 11th – Intro + Dandelions & Trees
    Start your journal, go on a nature scavenger hunt, and create a leaf tile craft inspired by the trees around you.

  • June 18th – Worms & Woodland Animals
    Dig into the world of underground wigglers and forest creatures, then build your own wormery to take home.

  • June 25th – Ants
    Observe these tiny trailblazers in action, then bring a glowing bug to life with a fun firefly craft.

  • July 2nd – Mushrooms & Ferns
    Hunt for fungi and fern fronds in their natural habitat, then make beautiful nature prints using real fern leaves.

  • July 9th – Butterflies
    Search for butterflies in the wild and design your own colorful butterfly feeder to attract them.

  • July 16th – Final Celebration: FernGully Screening
    Chill out with a nature-themed movie, snacks, and time to complete and share your journal.

    For ages 8–18. Registration is required for a select number of reserved seats.
    Additional seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Samantha at 543-7675 ext. 2560 or e-mail samantha@bcplib.org.