Friluftslive is the Scandinavian concept of spending time outdoors, directly translated to “open-air living.” It is described as “the value of spending time in remote locations for spiritual and physical wellbeing.” The concept is closely linked to allmansratten – the right to roam. After talking with others about their excitement about this movement, I did...
Category: Creative Space
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Nature Journal Clubs, Farm Camp & So Much More
Here we are in June looking for things to do together as a family. I have a few upcoming dates that might be fun for you. Me By The Sea – June 17 TAMUCC I’ll be presenting Nature Journaling for teachers. Let me know if I will see you there! Nature Journal Club 9am –...
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Nature Journal Week
We had a busy start to June, but it didn’t stop us from participating in Nature Journal Week. The prompts were June 1 Appreciation I was at home and wanted to make sure I captured the feelings in my heart for this one. June 2 Sharing I spent June 2nd sharing my passion with kids...
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Lari Jo’s Favorite Nature Journaling Supplies
People keep asking… “What’s in your bag?” So here it is. A list of my favorite supplies for journaling. My bag size changes depending on how long I’ll be out, but I’ll always have a sketchpad and pencil at the least with me. My Favorite Bag – Field Easel Bag – This bag has everything...
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First Ever Inner-Naturalist Journaling Retreat
Well I did it! I jumped into the deep end with both feet, and my first ever retreat seemed to be a success. Day 1 – I had 2 teachers and we went over John Muir Laws and Emilie Lygren’snew curriculum. We took a hike, and we completed a few pages. It was an amazing...
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Nature Journaling as a Mindfulness Practice
If you’re anything like me, thoughts race through your brain all day. No matter what I am doing, I hear a constant inner chatter of what I SHOULD BE doing instead. However, when I take a short walk into the nature and sit down with my journal to record my observations or sketch something nearby,...
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Sit Areas
I have recently heard sit spots referred to as sit areas. This gives the freedom to move from one place to another within natural habitats. I like the freedom it instantly brings to mind. A sit spot (or sit area) is simply a favorite place in nature that you visit regularly to cultivate awareness as...
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How to find inspiration at home
Well here we are! Over a month of stay at home orders around the world and I know I’m both terrified of COVID 19 and going a little stir crazy. OK, OK a lot stir crazy! That being said, the slow down has been good for me. My mind is clearer and I am able...