Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Molly Moore will guide us through exercises that will sharpen our observational skills and expand our personal experiences with birds, pollinators, trees, or flowers in the tranquil setting of Lexington Manor Passive Park. Sketchbook, pencil, pen, and colored pencils will be provided.

A nature journal is a personal record of what you see, hear, and feel outdoors. It can be a list of bird sightings, quick sketches, notes, or even doodles. This is not about perfect drawings. The goal is to slow down, observe, and create a record you can look back on with joy.

We will meet in the parking lot of the Lexington Manor Passive Park Community Gardens, 21741 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park. Across from Tulagi Place and Three Notch Theatre, just past the US Post Office on South Coral Drive. Then we will take a 5–10 minute walk to an outdoor seating area to make our observations.

We will be sitting outside—bring a comfy chair or blanket if you’d like. A few blankets and a wooden bench will be available. Please dress for the weather!

In the event of inclement weather, this class will be held at the Lexington Park Library. Register to receive notice of change in venue.