Nature journaling
Sketching and writing notes on the plants, birds and weather you see outdoors.
Nature journaling
- To start
- $15
- Each month
- Nothing
- Time
- 1 hour a week
- Sessions
- 30 minutes or more
- Where
- At home or out
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It's all about living things.
- It slows your head right down.
- It gets you outside.
- It's yours alone, no one to coordinate with.
You’ll like it if
- You want to build something of your own
- You want to switch off
- You want to make things
Maybe not if
- You want something fast and exciting
- You want it to be social
- You would rather stay indoors
What it feels like
Nature journalingAverage nature & Outdoors hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$15Cheaper to start than 72% of hobbies
NothingAll of the cost is upfront
$15About $0.29 an hour at 1 hour a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Sit outside for 20 minutes and sketch and note three things you see.
30 minutes or moreAt home or outVery easy to start
Questions
How much does nature journaling cost to start?
About $15 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, and nothing each month after that.
How much time does nature journaling take?
About 1 hour a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 30 minutes or more.
Can I do nature journaling at home?
Yes, or out if you prefer. Fits in a bag.
Is nature journaling good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Sit outside for 20 minutes and sketch and note three things you see.
Do I need other people for nature journaling?
No. It works fine on your own.