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Nature Journaling

Location of Lake Anna State Park in Virginia

Where

Lake Anna State Park, 6800 Lawyers Rd., Spotsylvania, VA 22551.
Visitor Center

When

April 6, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Grab your journal and come on down to the park and try your hand at a new skill - Nature Journaling! This practice is done to help you slow down and focus, finding wonder in the things around you. Our ranger is able to help you get started with different exercises and prompts for your journal. Register here.

What you need to bring:

A journal (any kind will do: sketchbook or notebook, blank or lined)

Your favorite writing/drawing tool

What we have:

Extra pens/pencils/colored pencils

Plenty of nature

This is a free program for people ages 12+ who either already have a journal or are interested in starting to learn these skills. Please wear clothing that is appropriate for the weather since we will be outside.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-854-5503
Email Address: LakeAnna@dcr.virginia.gov