Take some time out for yourself to cultivate curiosity and deepen your connection with the natural world through the practice of nature journaling.
Participant Reflections
Wonderful experience! Highly recommend. Amazing how much your perspective of things can be enhanced so simply. Nature truly is our Mother.
Dave Campbell (Google Review)
The setting was very well considered, beautifully shaded under a stand of lemon-scented gums. It was further embellished with chairs, cushions, blankets, and art supplies. The welcoming initial mindful meditative exercise was very welcome, allowing me to disconnect from my busy life and to reconnect with Mother Nature and my inner-nature driven voice within. I really enjoyed exploring the sensory-inspired nature journaling exercises that followed. I learned new ways of self-reflection and how to pay attention with all my senses. A lovely tea ceremony concluded the session, which was my first experience of drinking native bush tea. It was delicious, as was the lovely assortment of nibbles that Belinda shared with us. The impromptu visit by the bright yellow caterpillar was a lovely, intriguing surprise. I totally recommend the nature journaling course with Belinda to anyone who has ever contemplated it, or is curious about this most rewarding creative, naturally exhilarating and mindful art form.
L. Hannaway (Facebook)
Thank you so much, Belinda, for an incredible afternoon of nature journaling. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and you were a wonderful guide. I arrived feeling quite frazzled but left feeling calm, relaxed and nurtured. I highly recommend your sessions and look forward to more of your events.
S. Leeming (Facebook)
Our group of 12 Senior Directors were highly engaged by Belinda and the customised 1-hour mindful in nature experience. We started with a meditation, then a silent walk engaging our senses, followed by a sound map drawing experience and a bush tea ceremony. Belinda listened to the needs in the pre-briefing with me and tailored the experience perfectly for busy executives to ensure they experienced value from the morning. We loved it !! Highly recommend.
Jodie, Private Company (Email Testimonial)
It has been a pleasure working with Mindful in Nature to host guided walking experiences for our community. Connecting with nature is important on so many levels, both for mental and physical health, but also to care for our local environment and natural spaces. The mindful walks were an excellent way to introduce participants to a new way of slowing down and getting in tune with the beauty around them. The walks were wonderfully paced, peaceful, inclusive, accessible and well prepared. Many participants were also introduced to new reserves they had never explored - thanks to the suggestions from the team. I would be happy to work with the Mindful in Nature team to host more events in future.
Chanel, City of Striling (Email Testimonial)
When I invited Belinda to facilitate a Nature Journaling Workshop for INFTA Forest Therapy Guides, I knew that her friendly and assuring way of teaching would speak to learners at every level. She did so in a way that “demystified” the process and practice of nature journaling, making it accessible and fun for all participants. Belinda combines her skills as an INFTA-Certified and Accredited Forest Therapy Guide, Certified Environmental Practitioner and Meditation Teacher with a desire to teach how to observe, respect, better understand, and appreciate the natural world that surrounds us. After spending time nature journaling with her, I now see this activity with a fresh perspective. Belinda creates an environment where experienced artists, nature lovers and novices are ALL equal participants. I HIGHLY recommend her brilliant and warm approach to facilitating and teaching nature journaling and look forward to working with her on future professional development.
Susan, INFTA (Email Testimonial)
Nature journaling is a simple yet powerful way to deepen your connection with the natural world and support your overall wellbeing. In our experiences, you are gently guided through mindful and creative practices that invite presence, curiosity, and reflection. We wander, we sit, we reflect, and we notice the subtle details that often go unseen.
Evidence shows that slowing down in nature can reduce stress, calm the nervous system, and enhance mood and focus. Through journaling, these benefits are strengthened as observation becomes a form of meditation and expression. There is no right or wrong way to journal. It is about noticing, feeling, and responding to the world around you.
Whether you are sitting beneath a tree, beside the ocean, or in your own backyard, journaling in nature helps you reconnect with both your inner and outer landscapes. It becomes a wellbeing practice, a record of change, awareness, and the quiet beauty of being fully present.
Let nature guide your attention and inspire your words.
About
Through observation and wonder, nature journaling allows you to express creativity using words, pictures and numbers.
You will develop a nourishing connection with nature which is known to improve physical and mental wellbeing.
Nature journaling encourages a growth mindset by forming new neural pathways through learning new skills and rewiring the brain.
The workshop is beginner friendly. No prior experience with meditation, drawing or journaling is required.
Wear warm, comfortable clothing. Be prepared for the weather, bring a rain coat
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Mindfulness practise
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Tune into the Wisdoms of Nature
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Guided Nature Journaling Activities
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Tea and Snacks
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3 Hours
Give yourself plenty of time to arrive early and find your group.
Feel Welcome
Connect With
Like Minded People
Feel comfortable
Suitable For All
Fitness Levels
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No Prior Experience
Required
FAQ
What is Nature Journaling?
Nature journaling is a self-care practise that combines mindfulness, journaling and the natural world.
I am not creative, i cant draw or paint. Can i still come to this workshop?
Yes of course you can! In this workshop you will be guided and nurtured to allow your creativity to flow. You don’t need any artistic talent or experience for nature journaling. Everyone is born with creative ability and we will support the emergence of your creativity through a series of guided activities.
How can i benefit from nature journaling?
Nature journaling supports a nourishing connection with the natural world, including oneself, which is known to improve physical and mental wellbeing. Studies have shown that nature journaling encourages a growth mindset by forming new neural pathways through learning new skills and rewiring the brain.
What do i need to bring to the workshop?
All materials are provided, so you don’t need to bring anything at all! If you have particular markings (pencils, pens, watercolours) you like to use you are welcome to bring them along.