Nature Journaling Supplies: Build Your Nature Journal Kit

Nature Journaling Supplies: Build Your Own Nature Journal Kit

Gather together the best nature journaling supplies so that you can build a nature journal kit perfect for you! Nature journaling is an ideal activity for travelers– by recording observations of the natural world, you will begin to understand patterns in the behavior of plants and animals, changes in the seasons, and other important characteristics of your travel destinations.

Nature journaling is truly for everyone and in the last two articles, I shared how to get started with nature journaling and how to build a nature journaling practice into your daily life. Here I will share the most important items to include in your nature journal kit so you can enjoy it both at home and while traveling. 

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Nature Journaling Supplies and Tips to Use Them

For beginners and young naturalists, always remember that less is more. Keeping your supplies simple means more time is spent paying attention to nature and capturing your observations. This doesn’t need to be expensive, in fact you may have some of these supplies at home.

A pencil, pen, and sketchbook are the only  tools needed to start nature journaling. 

As you go, you can add more mediums to expand your nature journaling experience. This can include a camera, colored pencils, paints, watercolors, and various types of pens and pencils.

Build a Nature Journal Kit that Fits Your Travel Style

When it comes to packing an artist’s kit for travel, there are three things to keep in mind: size, space, and weight. Depending on your mode of transport, you might prefer a small notebook and pencil versus a large backpack full of art supplies. 

Start by Selecting a Sketchbook

It’s important to find one that’s made for drawing and painting with the media you plan to use. For example, watercolors will need a thicker paper than graphite pencils. Some papers are quite thin, which can cause ink to bleed through or water to cause the pages to buckle or warp. 

I prefer a 6×9-inch, spiral bound sketchbook with a cardboard back and bound on the short end. This provides a built-in drawing board, making it easy to sketch anytime and any place. Additionally, I go with smooth paper that is thick enough to prevent ink from bleeding through, so that my sketches and entries will be preserved over time.

To figure out which one is best for you, try going to a local art supplies store. In addition to seeing and feeling the sketchbooks, journals, and notebooks in person you’ll be able to chat with the creative people who work there to gain insights and ideas on what to try.

The Pen

Select a pen that you really enjoy. I use a standard Bic black ball point pen that is smooth and reliable to write with.

The Pencil

A graphite pencil is always good to have, as it is ideal for sketching and is one of the best tools for a beginner to use as it is very forgiving. For traveling, I prefer a simple mechanical pencil so that I don’t have to worry about sharpening.

The Colors

Adding color to your nature journal will bring it to life, and I recommend having a simple Red-Orange-Yellow-Green-Blue-Purple selection of colored pencils.

Optional Items to Include in Your Nature Journaling Kit

A magnifying glass or hand lens so you can get a real close look at textures on plant leaves and any other interesting things you see.

A field guide that connects with the area you’ll be exploring. This can be a big book kept at home for reference or a pocket guide to take with you in the field for helping with identification.

A small pencil sharpener, erasers, and a smudge stick for blending colors and graphite pencils.

Coloring postcards that are nature or travel themed. These double as a creativity starter and a way to send notes to friends as you travel. This is from my own collection of travel inspired postcards available on my website.

Coloring markers can add a lot to your nature journaling. They range in price from very inexpensive to serious investments so don’t overspend at the begining.  Dual tips allow a single marker to provide both thin and thick marking.

Higher quality pens come in a variety of styles. Many can be purchased individually so you can find your favorites as you craft your own style.

Including watercolors in your nature journal kit can add a new dimension of artistic exploration. There are some small sets made specifically for travel and use in the field.

Getting Started with Texture, Shape, and Brush Strokes

Before you begin, think about the overall composition of your drawing. Where will the horizon line be? What objects will you include? For example, a sketch of a daisy could be from the side or from above, both give unique perspectives of the same subject. 

Next, sketch the scene lightly with pencil first, creating simple shapes out of what you see. For example, a tree might simply be a triangle and a river a fluid line. Vary the pressure on your pencil to create different shades of gray; this will give your drawing dimension and depth. 

Then, add interesting details with your pens. Trace the outlines, fill shadows with cross-hatching, create texture with squiggles, and even use dots to add visual interest. 

Color comes next, try filling in the design and adding focus points and capturing the energy of the day with the colors that you see. Practice using a light pressure to a heavy pressure to add variety in the saturation of each color.

Take your time and don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Nature journaling is all about the journey, and over time your skills will improve as you tinue to practice consistently.

This is my own book, coloring is a great way to develop your abilities and my illustrations are designed with that in mind.




As you embark on your own journey into the wonderful adventure of nature journaling, there are a few final things to keep in mind.

First and foremost, have fun! 

Let go of any preconceived notions of what your journal should look like and simply relax and enjoy the process. 

Second, get creative! 

Explore different mediums and techniques and find what works best for you. 

And finally, enjoy the experience. 

A nature journal is a wonderful way to record your experiences and impressions of a trip, whether it’s a weekend getaway or a round-the-world adventure. With practice, you’ll get better and better at capturing the essence of the natural world in your journal.

This article has been part of a three-part series: you’ve learned the check-in, you’ve built your kit, now try these techniques to build upon your new nature journaling routine! Let me know how it goes in the comments! 

This guest post was contributed by Mackenzie Bakewell

We love to learn from our guest writers and appreciate their expertise! Visit her website by clicking on the image or name below. 

Mackenzie Bakewell

Mackenzie Bakewell

Mackenzie is a multimedia artist and author and the creator of Journey of Colors, a coloring book product line designed to help people of all ages relax, get creative, and have fun making art in their everyday lives. She is the author of Coloring is Good for You: 13 Reasons to Color Daily and the publisher of the Curious Coyote Nature Education book series. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Mackenzie’s work is inspired by a lifetime of exploring nature and new places with her camera and sketchbook in hand.
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Nature Journaling and Field Sketching: Creating a Personal Practice

Nature Journaling and Field Sketching: Creating a Personal Practice

Photo and sketch by the author

Nature journaling and field sketching are excellent activities for travelers. Here you will discover how to create your own personal nature journaling practice that you can enjoy anywhere. To discover my simple four step process for getting started, read Nature Journaling for Beginners: Art on the Go Starts at Home.

The most important thing to practice before you start nature journaling and field sketching is simply paying attention. 

Prime your mind to notice nature – the colors, the scents, the specific types of plants. Pay attention to the weather, to the little details of the day, such as the shape of a tree’s leaves and the exact color combinations of a blooming flower. And remember to jot them down. 

The more you pay attention, the easier it becomes to keep a nature journal. 

With time and practice, you’ll be able to develop a habit of paying attention to nature and keeping a nature journal will become second nature.

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A great way to practice is to replicate the illustrations in a field guide.

Nature Journal Ideas

To get your imagination activated, here are a few nature journaling challenges to try. 

Real Time Observation

Sit still and quiet, observing, and then writing or sketching what you see. Start with your Quick Check-in then expand it to include anything that is most notable to you. While at home, imagine you’re on a trip in a place you may never return to. What stands out to you? What would you want to remember later? See if you can put that onto paper.

Look Closely

Sit still and quiet. Try to capture what you see in sketches, words, and colors. To exercise your imagination, pick something around you. Look closely and carefully at all its details. Look away and draw it from memory. Look again, what did you miss? Repeat this process until you feel your sketch is complete. Sketching in this way helps stick an image in your mind.

Colorful Compositions

Mix pieces of scenery into a composite of things you see, narrowing focus, distorting proportion to create perspective, and bringing the page to life with the colors around you. This type of nature journaling distills the immense amount that you see down to a unique composition of your observations. 

Mind’s Eye Imagining

When you get back from a hike or excursion, sit for a few minutes with your journal. Close your eyes, retrace your steps. What stands out? What can you still see clearly? Then, put your memories onto paper.A great way to enhance your ability to see things clearly in your mind’s eye and to exercise your imagination. 

These are the teachings of my mother, the naturalist author, Ellen Haas. You can find her books and her column on my site at Ziebee Media. You can also purchase through her books through Amazon below.

Create a Routine Before You Leave

When on the go, it is easy to forget to carve out time to sit with your journal, to sketch the day’s notes, and to document the details you want to remember. This is why it is key to practice at home before you go on your trip. 

Paying attention applies here too, as you’ll want to pay attention to the best times in your day’s natural flow to pause and put pencil to paper in your journal. 

Here are some of my favorite times to mix nature journaling into my day.

A snapshot of my indoor nature journaling sit spot.

Greet the Day with Nature Journaling in the Morning

This is a great way to get grounded and set the tone for a productive day. Take in all the sights and smells of your surroundings and let the peace of nature wash over you. Put your nature journal and pencils right on your bedside table. When you get up, grab your supplies and take a look outside. Quickly jot down the date, time, location, and weather. Then, add a doodle or short paragraph about one noteworthy thing that you observe. This can take as a little as 5 minutes or upwards of 20 depending on how much time you have. 

Take a Break with Nature Journaling at Lunch Time

When you’re taking a lunch break, whether on a hike, at home, or on the go, set aside 15 minutes to journal. Add some sketches to capture your current scenery and pay attention with all your senses to what’s happening around you. Practice putting it onto paper, narrowing it down to just a few key things.

Reflect on the Day with Nature Journaling in the Evening

At the end of the day, before you head to bed grab your nature journal and find a comfortable place to sit. Close your eyes. Replay your day. What stands out? What was noteworthy? Allow your mind to wander and jot down the best words you can think of to capture the day.

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Create Your Own Nature Journaling and Field Sketching Personal Practice

Did you find a nature journaling and field sketching challenge you are ready to try? How about a journaling routine you can incorporate into your day? Tell me about them in the comments!

They are sure to enhance both your days at home and while traveling. Grab your journal and give them a try!

This guest post was contributed by Mackenzie Bakewell

We love to learn from our guest writers and appreciate their expertise! Visit her website by clicking on the image or name below. 

Mackenzie Bakewell

Mackenzie Bakewell

Mackenzie is a multimedia artist and author and the creator of Journey of Colors, a coloring book product line designed to help people of all ages relax, get creative, and have fun making art in their everyday lives. She is the author of Coloring is Good for You: 13 Reasons to Color Daily and the publisher of the Curious Coyote Nature Education book series. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Mackenzie’s work is inspired by a lifetime of exploring nature and new places with her camera and sketchbook in hand.
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Nature Journaling for Beginners

Woman nature journaling with large mountains and forest around her

Nature Journaling for Beginners:

Art on the Go Starts at Home

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Nature journaling is a great traveler’s activity that can be done anywhere, and it’s a perfect way to connect with your surroundings while exploring new places. It is a versatile hobby that helps you get in touch with your creative side, capture memories of your adventures, and carve out time to sit still and observe the world around you. These techniques can be used by both children and adults. 

This is nature journaling for beginners! Don’t worry – it’s easy, and there are plenty of ways to get started.

What is Nature Journaling?

A nature journal is simply a record of your observations about the plants, animals, weather, landscapes, and any other natural phenomena that you encounter.

The primary aim of nature journaling is to cultivate a consistent practice of connecting with nature. It can also be a great way to improve your artistic skills and learn more about the ecology of your local environment. 

A nature journal can be as simple as a sketchbook and pencils, or it can be as elaborate as a handmade book with watercolors and pressed flowers. The key is to find what works for you and to make it a regular habit.

Nature Journaling sketch of dog smelling thistles with a lake and mountains in the background
Nature journal sketch by the author, Mackenzie Bakewell.

The Benefits of Nature Journaling

Taking time each day to connect with nature is a wonderful way to relax and rejuvenate your mind and spirit. Additionally, it is a place to practice creative expression and the technical skills needed to make art, such as illustration, penmanship, or imagination. 

When you look into the benefits of journaling, spending time in nature, making art, and quiet observation, you’ll find there is a growing amount of research studies that say, “This stuff is really good for us!”

These benefits can include reducing stress and anxiety levels, improving concentration and focus, helping to reduce cortisol levels, and promoting a sense of well-being. In addition, forest bathing – or simply spending time in forests or other green spaces – has been shown to boost immune function, increase energy levels, and improve overall health.

When traveling, you can tap into these relaxation-promoting benefits simply by taking out your nature journal. For me, this has been a great tool to help prevent stress and enhance my on-the-go enjoyment. 

     

      Here are some of my favorite benefits of nature journaling:

  1. It connects you with nature, which can help you feel more grounded and peaceful.
  2. It helps you become more aware of your surroundings, which can increase your appreciation for nature.
  3. It encourages you to pay attention to detail, which can improve your observation skills.
  4. It helps you develop a deeper understanding of the natural world and how it works.
  5. It inspires you to take action on behalf of the environment.
  6. It provides a versatile outlet for creative expression.

 

From the Traveling Naturalist’s Perspective

A nature journal can also double as your travel journal. This is a great way to jot down details about places you’ve visited, your timeline of events, and other interesting tidbits that you’ll want to look back on once home again. 

Pay attention to colors you see, plants that are unique to the place you’re visiting, and of course, the animals that you meet. 

This is helpful for later identification using field guides, as well as to enhance your memory and create a personal keepsake from your journeys. Eventually, your nature notes may even grow to be a multimedia journal and a full-blown blog with photographs, audio, and video.

My Simple Nature Journaling and Field Sketching Process

This is something that I learned from my mother, who has always been my primary art teacher and nature mentor. Her background in scientific illustration mixed with her innate curiosity for the natural world are the foundation for my own perspective on the creative process. 

The beauty of a nature journal is that it can be as unique as each one of us. Yet, I find that having a flow to follow makes things easier and helps build a lifelong habit. 

Here is my simple process that you can use as a starting point:

1. Sit Down and Settle In

Take five big full belly breaths, to help ground you into the present moment. As you do, say a simple “Thank You.” Giving thanks is one of the core routines of nature connection and a wonderful way to start your journaling.

2. Start Coloring

I always keep a few coloring postcards in my journal, because coloring is an effective tool for dropping into a creative flow. Pick a color you spot, then as you begin coloring pay attention with your other senses. What (or who) do you smell or hear? What can you taste on the air? How does the day feel?

3. Quick Check-in

Now that you’ve paid attention to the natural world around you, jot down the Date, Time, Location, and Weather in your journal. Then take note of “What’s Happening” with both words and a simple field sketch to capture the key elements of your observations. 

4. Appreciate and Go On Your Way

Set down your journal and simply soak in your surroundings. Breathe slowly, really noticing the quality of the air, the sounds, and even the art you’ve just created. Feel gratitude for yourself for showing up and checking in, and then pack up your supplies so they’re ready for next time. 

Whether I’m sitting for five minutes or several hours, this is the formula I follow. The Quick Check-in can, of course, expand into a full art making experience, a longer written entry, or a detailed field sketch.

Colorful sketch in the author's nature journal of two birds
An observational nature sketch in the author's journal during a trip to Peru.

Resources

To add a set of coloring postcards to your Nature Journal and give my simple process a try, check out the Coloring Postcards from my company ZieBee Media. My family and I developed these products and tested them with all types of mediums to ensure they provided a great coloring experience.

Leather Nature Journal with wooden pen in red, gold, and brown leaves

If you’re looking to expand your ideas on what Nature Journaling is and see some real-world examples, check out Marley Peifer’s blog and Nature Journal Show. He is a nature journaler and educator who is passionate about helping people get the most out of their nature journals. 

 

You will want to find a sketchbook that is right for you. Consider both the size and the medium you prefer to work with. A cardboard back provides a built-in drawing board. 

The author's nature journaling essentials.

Grab a Pencil and Give It a Try

If you’re looking for a way to slow down, connect with your surroundings, and document your travels, nature journaling is the perfect solution. It can be done anywhere and doesn’t require any special skills or equipment. All you need is a notebook, something to write with, and an open mind. 

Ready to get started? Simply grab a pencil and a piece of paper then do a Quick Check-in journal entry: Write the Date, Time, Location, and Weather. 

As easy as that, you’ve embarked on your journey of nature journaling. 

Woman nature journaling next to the Nile River
The author, Mackenzie Bakewell, nature journaling along the banks of the Nile River.

This guest post was contributed by Mackenzie Bakewell

We love to learn from our guest writers and appreciate their expertise! Visit her website by clicking on the image or name below. 

Mackenzie Bakewell

Mackenzie Bakewell

Mackenzie is a multimedia artist and author and the creator of Journey of Colors, a coloring book product line designed to help people of all ages relax, get creative, and have fun making art in their everyday lives. She is the author of Coloring is Good for You: 13 Reasons to Color Daily and the publisher of the Curious Coyote Nature Education book series. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Mackenzie’s work is inspired by a lifetime of exploring nature and new places with her camera and sketchbook in hand.
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How to Create Your Own Stargazing Tour

How to Create Your Own Stargazing Tour

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It’s hard to believe that it was only about eight years ago that I bought “my” first telescope. (I put “my” in quotes because it was actually for my 8 year old son, but I ended up using it far more than he did!) Since that time astronomy has become such a big part of my life that, if I was forced to describe myself in one (hyphenated) word, it might be “amateur-astronomer”! Our family loves to travel, and whenever possible I like to incorporate some stargazing into the vacation. While I’m definitely not the wisest astro-aficionado, I have learned several things over the past eight years that I wish I’d known earlier, and I’m hoping to pass on this knowledge to those who are interested so you can create your own stargazing tours.

Beginner's Resources for Stargazing

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Your Local Astronomy Clubs

If you’re considering getting into astronomy, one of the easiest and cheapest first steps would be to contact your local astronomy club. A Google search of “astronomy clubs near me” will likely bring several up, but another good source would be this site. Clubs come in all shapes and sizes, so don’t be afraid to try several local clubs until you find a good fit. Almost all of them will offer at least one “Star Party” per month, where members gather in one spot and invite the public to observe through the many scopes they have brought with them. It’s a great place to meet members and to ask questions about their equipment. Some clubs also rent telescopes (or even let you check out scopes from their “scope library” for free!). Furthermore, in the event you decide to buy your own scope, members are often upgrading their own equipment and selling their older scopes for pennies on the dollar to other members.

Astronomy Apps

Although I’m loath to encourage anything that gets us staring at our phones more, I have to admit that there are some great, free astronomy apps that will help you find and identify objects in the night sky quickly and easily. Android users can download “Sky Map”, which has a red-light mode (easy on your eyes in low-light situations) and other great settings that the user can customize to their liking. Apple users could install Star Walk 2 or SkySafari, which are comparable in their functionality. All of these apps allow you to simply hold your phone up to the area of the sky you are looking at and see a labeled image of the constellations, stars, and/or planets (…and even comets when they’re around!).

Sky Map App

Buying a Telescope

I would hold off on buying a scope until after you’ve checked out several from your local clubs and star-parties. You’ll also get lots of advice from these friendly folks. I went down the other route of buying a scope before I knew anything about them, and I wish I hadn’t. This telescope was only $75 (and also included a microscope!). While it did instill a love of astronomy in me, it would have been much better if I had put that $75 towards a better scope. 

Most cheap, department store scopes have a major Achilles heel: a poor tripod mount. Ask any astronomer: the mount is as important–if not more–than the scope itself. You could have a ten million dollar telescope, but if it’s on a flimsy mount that lets it shake about, you may as well not bother looking through it! 

 

Top Picks

Nearly all astronomers recommend beginners start with a type of telescope known as a Dobsonian; they have extremely sturdy mounts. They also give you the most “bang for the buck” as far as image quality. Furthermore, they are not only “beginner” scopes… you’ll see for yourself at any star party that many seasoned veterans still use these “light buckets”, which are actually the best kind of telescope for deep-sky objects.

A good set of binoculars is also a good, inexpensive starting option. They’re great for the moon and will even bring up detail in some deep sky objects (galaxies and nebulae). Furthermore, they’re great for wildlife watching during the day!

 

Whenever anyone asks me for advice on this, I recommend the AWB Onesky, a small Dobsonian that collapses for travel purposes. Even though I now own a much bigger, computerized scope (that is taller than most people who look through it!), I still keep my Onesky as my travel scope. Furthermore, the non-profit organization you buy it from (Astronomers Without Borders) donates one scope to a needy school or community for each one bought!

Planning Your Stargazing Trips

Darksite Finder

So now you’ve caught the astro-bug, you’ve bought/borrowed a telescope, and you’re ready to head out to a dark-sky site!

Timing

The first thing you’ll want to consider is the moon’s phase. A full moon is beautiful, but it’s incredibly bright. It will help you if you’re planning night hikes, but it can completely ruin a planned stargazing session. I have taken several night hikes under a full moon in Joshua Tree National Park–an internationally recognized “dark sky” oasis… but with the full moon I may as well have been in downtown Los Angeles. You will see only the planets and a handful of the brightest stars under these conditions. I recommend you check the phase on a site such as this, and go as close to the new moon as possible. Definitely avoid any phase greater than 50% (a “gibbous” moon). 

Location, Location, Location

At least as important as timing is your location. A city will have far too much light pollution (the world’s one exception is Flagstaff, Arizona, which has worked hard to limit light pollution). The good news is that many cities are a short drive from excellent skies, and many other locales, such as national parks, are well-known for their pristine dark skies. The International Dark Sky Association has a list of areas of exceptional night time beauty. My favorite planning site is DarkSiteFinder, which superimposes a color-coded level of light pollution over maps of the entire world. When planning a stargazing vacation I’ve often been able to find a dark, or darker, sky on this site that would be impossible to find any other way.

For example, Joshua Tree National Park is an excellent site for stargazing, but if you look at the screenshot above, you’ll notice there is a “rainbow” of light pollution in the park. The bottom-left (southwestern) side of the park has a great deal of light pollution from the neighboring city of Palm Springs, while the top-right (northeastern) side is pristine. Even within the same “dark sky” park, your experience can vary greatly! I zoom in on the darkest areas and find those that look like they’d be a good place to set up your scope. You’ll want to be able to get away from busy roads (with cars headlights), but you’ll also want to try and verify it’s not on private property. I’ve found  Bureau of Land Management and National/State parks are some of the best places. If you have an AWD/4WD vehicle, you’ll multiply the number of areas open to you by an order of magnitude. Most of my favorite stargazing sites are along dirt roads in the desert southwest. Many of these spots permit overnight camping so you can car-camp if you’re observing until late in the evening

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Share the Wonder

I hope you get to enjoy stargazing with your friends and families. To gaze outward is to gaze within. In the words of Carl Sagan, “We are made of star-stuff. We are a way for the universe to know itself.”

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