Journaling continues at Merrill Memorial Library! The focus in October is on nature in
transition. Change happens in our lives, and in the natural world as well. This month we will
explore the transitions in Maine’s natural world by setting up four different Sit Spots* and
compare and contrast the different Sit Spots. This is a continuation of our August 4th Nature
Journaling program. So, if you missed that program, jump into starting your own nature
journaling practice with us this October.
October’s Suggestions:
Follow our weekly prompts to help you explore your inner and outer world. We
will be posting prompts every Monday via our library newsletter and social media
accounts. Follow along with the prompts and activities to build a journaling
practice.
There are four Mondays in October. Pick a different Sit Spot each Monday and
follow the prompts for that week in that Sit Spot.
Examples of Sit Spots:
Beach, woods, open field, and your backyard
A Sit Spot on each side of your home (shed, other building)
Pick a central spot and face the four different directions (North,
South, East and West) each Monday.
Need to stay indoors? Pick four different windows!
This is your journal, make your choices on what works best for you.
There will be another Take and Make Nature Journaling kit for this month. This will
include materials needed to make a variety of different Nature Journal features including;
How to make a map insert
Materials to make your own journal
How to Nature Journal zine.
Remember, this is no right or wrong way to Nature Journal as long as you are journaling
about nature. No one has to look at your journal. If you don’t think you write or sketch well, try
it. There are no grades. Express your perspective on nature as you feel comfortable. Just
journal! Journaling in nature is a great way to reduce stress and slow down life’s speedy pace.
Explore, question, and get curious about the nature around you!
