Park District of Oak Park

Morning Nature Journaling
2025-09-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-09-22 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-09-24 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-09-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-06 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-13 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) and 4 more dates
Immerse yourself in nature and learn to capture yourobservations through journaling. Explore drawing, writing, and mindfulness while you expand your skills as a naturalist and an observer of the outdoors. Even if you "can't draw", nature journaling is a great way to get in touch with the natural world and can be done in whatever style or technique works best for you!
All materials provided, including a journal at your first session. Children under the age of four do not need to register if they are accompanied by a registered adult.

Nature Center Drop-In Time - Fall
2025-09-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-26 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-03 12:00 - 13:00 and 10 more dates
Stop in at the Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center to learn, play, and explore! Each month is a different theme, so there's always new stuff to see.
This program is free and open to the public – registration is optional but available so you can mark your calendars!
