As an Idaho Master Naturalist, I have used nature journaling as a way of capturing my impressions and my experiences in nature. After journaling for some years, I have begun teaching informal nature journaling workshops as a way to teach others how to enjoy this artform and to connect humanity with nature. Capturing nature through words, drawings and data, I build a practice of critical thinking, learning more deeply about natural topics and observing behaviors and concerns about nature conservation.
I'm super honored to be invited to teach nature journaling workshops in Jackson Hole in May 2026 for the JH Birding Festival. More to come on that soon.
Below you will find a short series of 8 nature journaling videos to help you get started with your own journaling journey. I created these videos with artist Karen Jacobsen for our Craters of the Moon Centennial Artist in Residence project in 2024. I hope that you enjoy these. And, at the bottom of the page are images of some of my nature journal entries, and some pictures from the field workshops.
Contact me about my leading a nature journaling workshop for your group!!! Email me at [email protected].
Nature Journaling Videos From Craters of the Moon Centennial Residency:
As artists in residence for the Craters of the Moon Centennial (CRMO) Residency, myself and my artist friend Karen Jacobsen produced a series of short videos on nature journaling at the national park. We call them "Nature Journaling on the Moon". We wanted to provide those interested a bit of information on how to get started nature journaling and some exciting things to journal about. These are free to watch. Enjoy!!!
Nature Journaling on the Moon - 1
In this first video we talk about what is a nature journal and why you might want to nature journal.
Nature Journaling on the Moon - 2
Our second video discusses what you might want to include in your nature journaling kit to take into the field when you go to the CRMO.
Nature Journaling on the Moon - 3
Video 3 walks you through how to get started with your first nature journal entry out in a preserve by the Wood River.
Nature Journaling on the Moon - 4
A rain storm led us to recording Video 4 inside, to talk about nature journaling tips and techniques (out of the weather).
Nature Journaling On the Moon - 5
In Video 5, we are out on-site in the CRMO and Karen discusses nature journaling about the Limber Pines.
Nature Journaling on the Moon - 6
In this video, I discuss the cool geology and lichens you can find at the CRMO.
Nature Journaling on the Moon - 7
Video 7 is a quick run-through of interesting things that you might want to nature journal about at CRMO.
Nature Journaling on the Moon - 8
In Video 8, Karen and I talk about our favorite things at the CRMO and wrap up our series on nature journaling videos.
Sample Nature Journaling Entries:
In The Field Workshops:
