BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//John Muir Laws - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for John Muir Laws REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260914T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T064751Z CREATED:20260410T064749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T064751Z UID:10008079-1789387200-1789390800@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Ask Jack DESCRIPTION:Ask you Nature Journaling questions live with John Muir Laws. \n\n\n\n\nDo you have questions about drawing\, journaling\, naturalist skills\, or journaling teaching techniques? Join John Muir Laws and the Nature Journal Club every week for a one-hour open forum discussion where we explore (and hopefully answer) your questions live. Stick around at the end of the meeting for a lively group journal share and conversation. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary\, If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nClick Here to Join the Meeting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/ask-jack/2026-09-14/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/A27D7201-C4AC-4C03-837F-7750F5997056_1_105_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T170000 DTSTAMP:20260908T171747Z CREATED:20260120T235717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T171747Z UID:10007499-1789459200-1789837200@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Wild Wonder Conference (Online) DESCRIPTION:Join the fun at the 8th Wild Wonder Nature Journaling Conference: Sept. 15-19\, 2026\, Live Online \n\n\n\nThe annual Wild Wonder Nature Journaling Conference一the largest international event of its kind一gathers people who are passionate about nature\, art\, science\, curiosity\, awe\, and wonder to share ideas\, learn from each other\, inspire each other\, and have fun together in nature’s beauty. \n\n\n\nYour Live Pass includes access to 30 classes\, panels\, and talks\, and you can look forward to learning from more than 30 teachers\, journalers\, writers\, artists\, authors\, and thought leaders in nature\, nature journaling\, visual thinking\, and conservation. \n\n\n\nThe live pass includes 30–yes\, THIRTY!!—classes and talks for just $165–that is less than $6 per class/talk—a fantastic bargain! Bonus: All passes include access to the recordings for 6+ months afterwards\, so you can watch at your own pace or rewatch your favorites. \n\n\n\nLive Passes\, Video Passes\, and Scholarships available now. Learn More and register today: https://www.wildwonder.org/wild-wonder-conference-2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.wildwonder.org/wild-wonder-conference-2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/wild-wonder-conference-online/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/owl-round-no-outside-line.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260921T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260921T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T064751Z CREATED:20260410T064749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T064751Z UID:10008080-1789992000-1789995600@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Ask Jack DESCRIPTION:Ask you Nature Journaling questions live with John Muir Laws. \n\n\n\n\nDo you have questions about drawing\, journaling\, naturalist skills\, or journaling teaching techniques? Join John Muir Laws and the Nature Journal Club every week for a one-hour open forum discussion where we explore (and hopefully answer) your questions live. Stick around at the end of the meeting for a lively group journal share and conversation. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary\, If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nClick Here to Join the Meeting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/ask-jack/2026-09-21/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/A27D7201-C4AC-4C03-837F-7750F5997056_1_105_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T133000 DTSTAMP:20260923T214713Z CREATED:20260923T214712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T214713Z UID:10007522-1790164800-1790170200@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Nature Journal Educator's Forum DESCRIPTION:Join a live conversation with educators around the globe as we discuss best practices in Nature Journaling and learning.\n\n\n\n\nLearn how to teach Nature Journaling! Join our weekly discussion and idea-sharing for teachers\, homeschool parents\, and other educators interested in teaching nature journaling skills. Each meeting will have a theme. Most of the conversation that day will revolve around this core idea\, but expect interesting side routes and trails. \n\n\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nNOTE: Start time is 12 PM Pacific\, 1 PM Mountain\, 2 PM Central\, 3 PM Eastern Time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-educators-forum-27/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/teacher-button-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Wild Wonder Foundation":MAILTO:wildwonderfoundation@gmail.com LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81855892081?pwd=Rmt0bGYyaFVIRjlZc214ZXJrbm1EQT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T113000 DTSTAMP:20260828T015517Z CREATED:20260828T015514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T015517Z UID:10007273-1790244000-1790249400@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Join the Bird of the Month Drawing Club DESCRIPTION:Accessable to anyone\, The Bird of the Month Drawing Club is a welcoming comminity with which to share your bird art and find inspiration and motivation.\n\n\n\n\nJoin Melanie\, Aaron\, and Jack to learn about the Bird of the Month Drawing Club.The Bird of the Month Drawing Club sends out a monthly call and a Google Form to the community and everyone who wants to participate submits a drawing of a bird they saw that month (for the first time this year.) They have folks ages 6-80+ participating and every month get an amazing spread of birds and styles from around the world. \n\n\n\nBonus lesson: Jack will demonstrate some tips for drawing birds from a rear 3/4 view with a focus on the tricky far side wing… \n\n\n\nMelanie Schrage and Aaron Sebens have been helping learners of all ages connect to the natural world through art and ecology for more than two decades. They founded and ran an outdoor school in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia\, and currently live in North Carolina where Melanie is a preschool director and Aaron is a director of Advanced Academics in an elementary school. \n\n\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to join the live workshop!\n\n\n\n\nSuggested donation: $20. Your donation helps support my family and me. Your generosity is deeply appreciated\, and it makes an immediate difference in my ability to continue to offer these programs. This donation is not tax-deductible. Click here to donate. If you are not able to donate at this time\, no problem–please continue to enjoy the classes and find another way to pay it forward in your community with acts of kindness and service. Thank you! \n\n\n\nIf you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nBring\n\n\n\n\nYour Journal and favorite drawing materials. Taking notes while you watch and participate will help you remember the new techniques and incorporate them into your journaling.\n\n\n\nYour sense of humor!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-nature-journal-workshop-85/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Birds-of-Ecuador.png LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84954633890?pwd=aGlqYTFld0U5ZmI3RFAvdkp2S2plUT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T064751Z CREATED:20260410T064749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T064751Z UID:10008081-1790596800-1790600400@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Ask Jack DESCRIPTION:Ask you Nature Journaling questions live with John Muir Laws. \n\n\n\n\nDo you have questions about drawing\, journaling\, naturalist skills\, or journaling teaching techniques? Join John Muir Laws and the Nature Journal Club every week for a one-hour open forum discussion where we explore (and hopefully answer) your questions live. Stick around at the end of the meeting for a lively group journal share and conversation. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary\, If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nClick Here to Join the Meeting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/ask-jack/2026-09-28/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/A27D7201-C4AC-4C03-837F-7750F5997056_1_105_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T133000 DTSTAMP:20260923T214613Z CREATED:20260921T013515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T214613Z UID:10007521-1790769600-1790775000@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Let's play with Numbers! DESCRIPTION:What are your best moves for teaching students how to incorperate numbers in thier journals?\n\n\n\n\nLet’s share our quantification tool kits. \n\n\n\nWhat are your experiences in your nature journaling classes with numbers? What feedback do you get from your students when you tell them\, that they „should“ or could use numbers\, too\, not only words and pictures? \n\n\n\nWhat are your personal experiences with using numbers in your own jorunals? Do you feel different when using numbers than when using pictures or words? Do the use of numbers changes the way how you experience a specific place? \n\n\n\nAre there activities that you did with your students that have a special focus on numbers and that worked quite well? Are there specific activities that you did with students with a special focus on numbers that didn’t worked well? Do you have an idea why? \n\n\n\nHow do you react\, when students tell you\, that they do not feel “comfortable“ with numbers and that they find it difficult to use numbers in their journals? \n\n\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nNOTE: Start time is 12 PM Pacific\, 1 PM Mountain\, 2 PM Central\, 3 PM Eastern Time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-educators-forum-26/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/teacher-button-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Wild Wonder Foundation":MAILTO:wildwonderfoundation@gmail.com LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81855892081?pwd=Rmt0bGYyaFVIRjlZc214ZXJrbm1EQT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T113000 DTSTAMP:20260930T210730Z CREATED:20260930T210701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T210730Z UID:10007277-1790848800-1790854200@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Tiny people with Nishant Jain DESCRIPTION:Join Artist Nishant Jain for a delightful look at journaling tiny people.\n\n\n\n\nBio \n\n\n\nNishant will share drawings of real people from around the world\, gathered in dozens of sketchbooks\, to speak about how paying attention to human life is an important way to combat urban isolation and regain our attention spans. He will demonstrate his technique of drawing people in busy spaces\, and share pages from his upcoming\, crowd-funded book. \n\n\n\n\n\nHe is offering early-bird offers to interested kickstarter backers who sign up to be notified on launch: https://www.sneakyartist.com/kickstarter \n\n\n\n\n\nNishant is a writer and artist in Vancouver (Canada)\, making secret drawings of his world everywhere he goes. He publishes the SneakyArt Post\, a newsletter to over 21000 readers\, and is the author of “Make (Sneaky) Art”\, a book about how to build a sketchbook habit based on attention and observation. He is making his next book via Kickstarter – Tiny People in the Big World – the definitive field guide to people-watching! \n\n\n\n\nClick here to join the live workshop!\n\n\n\n\nSuggested donation: $20. Your donation helps support my family and me. Your generosity is deeply appreciated\, and it makes an immediate difference in my ability to continue to offer these programs. This donation is not tax-deductible. Click here to donate. If you are not able to donate at this time\, no problem–please continue to enjoy the classes and find another way to pay it forward in your community with acts of kindness and service. Thank you! \n\n\n\nIf you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nBring\n\n\n\n\nYour Journal and favorite drawing materials. Taking notes while you watch and participate will help you remember the new techniques and incorporate them into your journaling.\n\n\n\nYour sense of humor!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-nature-journal-workshop-87/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20230226-Starbucks0001-scaled.jpg LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84954633890?pwd=aGlqYTFld0U5ZmI3RFAvdkp2S2plUT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T235959 DTSTAMP:20260825T035335Z CREATED:20260825T035333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T035335Z UID:10008419-1791849600-1792367999@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Wild Wonder Sierra Nevada Retreat DESCRIPTION:Learn more about this event and register here! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/wild-wonder-sierra-nevada-retreat/ ORGANIZER;CN="Wild Wonder Foundation":MAILTO:wildwonderfoundation@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T064751Z CREATED:20260410T064749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T064751Z UID:10008084-1792411200-1792414800@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Ask Jack DESCRIPTION:Ask you Nature Journaling questions live with John Muir Laws. \n\n\n\n\nDo you have questions about drawing\, journaling\, naturalist skills\, or journaling teaching techniques? Join John Muir Laws and the Nature Journal Club every week for a one-hour open forum discussion where we explore (and hopefully answer) your questions live. Stick around at the end of the meeting for a lively group journal share and conversation. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary\, If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nClick Here to Join the Meeting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/ask-jack/2026-10-19/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/A27D7201-C4AC-4C03-837F-7750F5997056_1_105_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T133000 DTSTAMP:20261005T070251Z CREATED:20261005T070249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T070251Z UID:10007525-1792584000-1792589400@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Writing & Words In Your Nature Journal DESCRIPTION:Join a conversation with Rebecca Rolnick to explore how to use words more richly in your nature journal. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Rebecca\n\n\n\nRebecca Rolnick is from the forests\, lakes\, and hills around Syracuse NY\, which she acknowledges are the ancestral unceded lands of Onondaga Nation. As a nature journal teacher and nature connection mentor\, she is on a path of relearning how to live in reciprocal relationship with our “more-than-human” kin. Queer\, neurodivergent\, and chronically ill\, she is passionate about creating nature connection experiences that help all people feel a sense of belonging and interconnection with the web of life\, where each person can be celebrated for the gifts they have to share with their community. \n\n\n\nRebecca graduated from SUNY-ESF (2019) with a B.S. in Conservation Biology and a minor in Environmental Writing and Rhetoric. She is a National Geographic Certified Educator and a Field Notebook mentor for the American Birding Association’s Young Birder of the Year program. She is the creator of Nature Journaling for Ecological Re-STORY-ation and Nature Journal Writing Workshop Wednesdays. In 2021 she received an Honor Roll Award from the Izaak Walton League for her work leading the CNY Young Naturalists program. \n\n\n\nCome along with her on the adventure:www.rebeccarolnick.comhttps://nature-connection-with-rebecca.kit.com/profilehttps://www.instagram.com/habitat_restoryation/ \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Rebecca\n\n\n\nRebecca Rolnick is from the forests\, lakes\, and hills around Syracuse NY\, which she acknowledges are the ancestral unceded lands of Onondaga Nation. As a nature journal teacher and nature connection mentor\, she is on a path of relearning how to live in reciprocal relationship with our “more-than-human” kin. Queer\, neurodivergent\, and chronically ill\, she is passionate about creating nature connection experiences that help all people feel a sense of belonging and interconnection with the web of life\, where each person can be celebrated for the gifts they have to share with their community. \n\n\n\nRebecca graduated from SUNY-ESF (2019) with a B.S. in Conservation Biology and a minor in Environmental Writing and Rhetoric. She is a National Geographic Certified Educator and a Field Notebook mentor for the American Birding Association’s Young Birder of the Year program. She is the creator of Nature Journaling for Ecological Re-STORY-ation and Nature Journal Writing Workshop Wednesdays. In 2021 she received an Honor Roll Award from the Izaak Walton League for her work leading the CNY Young Naturalists program. \n\n\n\nCome along with her on the adventure:www.rebeccarolnick.comhttps://nature-connection-with-rebecca.kit.com/profilehttps://www.instagram.com/habitat_restoryation/ \n\n\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nNOTE: Start time is 12 PM Pacific\, 1 PM Mountain\, 2 PM Central\, 3 PM Eastern Time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-educators-forum-28/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Me-in-a-tree.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Wild Wonder Foundation":MAILTO:wildwonderfoundation@gmail.com LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81855892081?pwd=Rmt0bGYyaFVIRjlZc214ZXJrbm1EQT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T153000 DTSTAMP:20260927T203637Z CREATED:20260927T203635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T203637Z UID:10006501-1792591200-1792596600@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:The Bookworm Book Club DESCRIPTION:What would happen if a critical mass of curious\, kind\, playful\, and deep thinking\, friends got together on a regular basis to share their thoughts about interesting books\, journal articles\, poetry\, and more. Let’s find out. No registration necessary\, and if you have not read the book\, you can still come and play. \n\n\n\nOur new book is Gilgamesh: A New Translation of the Ancient Epic by Sophus Helle \n\n\n\nWe will be anyayzing the textwith an eye toward what it tells us about the human relationship with nature (and anyting else we think is cool). \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nClick here to join the meeting\n\n\n\n\nTentative Schedule\n\n\n\n\nDetails to Follow\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-bookworm-book-club-3/2026-10-21/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/nutcracker-and-books.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T113000 DTSTAMP:20260930T210937Z CREATED:20260909T022253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T210937Z UID:10007274-1792663200-1792668600@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Drawing on Toned Paper DESCRIPTION:Learn how to push lights and pull darks with toned paper!\n\n\n\n\nJoin me for hands-on workshop about how to use toned paper as a fast method for field sketching or fine art. Bring a dark\, drawing pencil\, a white colored pencil\, such as a Prismacolor\, pencil\, and several sheets of toned paper with a mid value of darkness. If you do not have easy access to tone paper\, get a brown paper bag and cut it into pieces. The value of brown paper bags is excellent for sketching. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to join the live workshop!\n\n\n\n\nSuggested donation: $20. Your donation helps support my family and me. Your generosity is deeply appreciated\, and it makes an immediate difference in my ability to continue to offer these programs. This donation is not tax-deductible. Click here to donate. If you are not able to donate at this time\, no problem–please continue to enjoy the classes and find another way to pay it forward in your community with acts of kindness and service. Thank you! \n\n\n\nIf you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nBring\n\n\n\n\nYour Journal and favorite drawing materials. Taking notes while you watch and participate will help you remember the new techniques and incorporate them into your journaling.\n\n\n\nYour sense of humor!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-nature-journal-workshop-86/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Raptor-on-toned-paper.png LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84954633890?pwd=aGlqYTFld0U5ZmI3RFAvdkp2S2plUT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T034152Z CREATED:20260825T033748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T034152Z UID:10008366-1792690200-1792697400@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Drawing and Painting Songbirds: A Naturalist’s Approach to Art and Observation DESCRIPTION:This class will focus on the details of drawing songbirds\, from warblers\, to sparrows. \n\n\n\nThe class runs five weeks from October 22 to November 19 \n\n\n\nImagine observing and drawing a bird through the eyes of a scientist and an artist at the same time: every detail tells a story of anatomy and vitality. Led by educator and bird artist John Muir Laws\, author of The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds\, this introductory course blends scientific knowledge and artistic technique to create a rich learning experience for artists and bird lovers alike. You’ll study anatomy\, proportion\, and gesture\, then apply those insights through guided lessons—sprinkled with Laws’s signature enthusiasm and humor—in pencil\, colored pencil\, and watercolor. Drawing on four decades of experience\, Laws will share methods for drawing songbirds quickly and accurately\, whether in the studio or in the field. This course will sharpen your perception\, deepen your attention\, and transform the simple act of looking into an experience of wonder and connection with the natural world. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/drawing-and-painting-songbirds-a-naturalists-approach-to-art-and-observation-2/2026-10-22/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Blackburnian-Warbler.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T133000 DTSTAMP:20260831T182843Z CREATED:20260831T045204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T182843Z UID:10008423-1792834200-1792848600@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Create your own Field Guide to the Birds of Lake Merritt DESCRIPTION:Join artist and naturalist John Muir Laws for a chill day of sketching the cool fall birds hanging out at Lake Merritt \n\n\n\nIn this event\, Rotary Nature Center Friends and The Junior Center of Art and Science are partnering to bring Mr. Laws back to Lake Merritt after a too-long hiatus caused by the pandemic\, for an engaging in-person community event. Whether you are an accomplished artist\, a professional naturalist\, a veteran nature journalist or just a curious and game person who loves the lake and wants to develop a new dimension of enjoyment\, this workshop is for you! \n\n\n\n\nClick here to Register\n\n\n\n\nHere is our agenda: \n\n\n\n9:30 am to 1:30 pm (4 hours) \n\n\n\n9:30 Greetings\, introductions and overview of day. What is Nature Journaling? Introduce the ‘Zine idea for a bird guide to Lake Merritt. . A break with things to look at maybe. Make sure everyone has needed supplies and is comfortable with the plan. introduction to drawing birds for field guides \n\n\n\n10:30 Go outside and look at nature at Lake Merritt\, focus on the diversity of birds and representative postures and views. \n\n\n\n11:30 Finish sketches indoors\, inking illustrations and creating text. share if you want. Make ‘Zine page sketches darker with ink or and colors. \n\n\n\n12:30 Wrap-up and continued observation and fellowship outside the Center. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/create-your-own-field-guide-to-the-birds-of-lake-merritt/ LOCATION:Junior Center of Art and Science\, 558 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/duck-ruddy-f2.jpg GEO:37.8076785;-122.2553048 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Junior Center of Art and Science 558 Bellevue Avenue Oakland CA 94610 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=558 Bellevue Avenue:geo:-122.2553048,37.8076785 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T064751Z CREATED:20260410T064749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T064751Z UID:10008085-1793016000-1793019600@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Ask Jack DESCRIPTION:Ask you Nature Journaling questions live with John Muir Laws. \n\n\n\n\nDo you have questions about drawing\, journaling\, naturalist skills\, or journaling teaching techniques? Join John Muir Laws and the Nature Journal Club every week for a one-hour open forum discussion where we explore (and hopefully answer) your questions live. Stick around at the end of the meeting for a lively group journal share and conversation. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary\, If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nClick Here to Join the Meeting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/ask-jack/2026-10-26/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/A27D7201-C4AC-4C03-837F-7750F5997056_1_105_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T133000 DTSTAMP:20260121T200801Z CREATED:20260120T212019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T200801Z UID:10007526-1793188800-1793194200@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Nature Journal Educator's Forum DESCRIPTION:Join a live conversation with educators around the globe as we discuss best practices in Nature Journaling and learning.\n\n\n\n\nLearn how to teach Nature Journaling! Join our weekly discussion and idea-sharing for teachers\, homeschool parents\, and other educators interested in teaching nature journaling skills. Each meeting will have a theme. Most of the conversation that day will revolve around this core idea\, but expect interesting side routes and trails. \n\n\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nNOTE: Start time is 12 PM Pacific\, 1 PM Mountain\, 2 PM Central\, 3 PM Eastern Time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-educators-forum-11/2026-10-28/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/teacher-button-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Wild Wonder Foundation":MAILTO:wildwonderfoundation@gmail.com LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81855892081?pwd=Rmt0bGYyaFVIRjlZc214ZXJrbm1EQT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T153000 DTSTAMP:20260927T203637Z CREATED:20260927T203635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T203637Z UID:10006502-1793196000-1793201400@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:The Bookworm Book Club DESCRIPTION:What would happen if a critical mass of curious\, kind\, playful\, and deep thinking\, friends got together on a regular basis to share their thoughts about interesting books\, journal articles\, poetry\, and more. Let’s find out. No registration necessary\, and if you have not read the book\, you can still come and play. \n\n\n\nOur new book is Gilgamesh: A New Translation of the Ancient Epic by Sophus Helle \n\n\n\nWe will be anyayzing the textwith an eye toward what it tells us about the human relationship with nature (and anyting else we think is cool). \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nClick here to join the meeting\n\n\n\n\nTentative Schedule\n\n\n\n\nDetails to Follow\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-bookworm-book-club-3/2026-10-28/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/nutcracker-and-books.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T113000 DTSTAMP:20260511T222430Z CREATED:20260120T230949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T222430Z UID:10007278-1793268000-1793273400@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:The Nature Journal Workshop DESCRIPTION:Live Nature Journaling workshop with John Muir Laws.\n\n\n\n\nJoin John Muir Laws for weekly live nature journaling workshops with tips\, techniques\, inspiration\, teaching strategies\, and interviews. Topics are usually announced in advance of the workshop. If special materials or class-specific downloads are available\, you can find them here in the class description before the class. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to join the live workshop!\n\n\n\n\nSuggested donation: $20. Your donation helps support my family and me. Your generosity is deeply appreciated\, and it makes an immediate difference in my ability to continue to offer these programs. This donation is not tax-deductible. Click here to donate. If you are not able to donate at this time\, no problem–please continue to enjoy the classes and find another way to pay it forward in your community with acts of kindness and service. Thank you! \n\n\n\nIf you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nBring\n\n\n\n\nYour Journal and favorite drawing materials. Taking notes while you watch and participate will help you remember the new techniques and incorporate them into your journaling.\n\n\n\nYour sense of humor!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-nature-journal-workshop-80/2026-10-29/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_1719-1-e1738355528381.png LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84954633890?pwd=aGlqYTFld0U5ZmI3RFAvdkp2S2plUT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T034152Z CREATED:20260825T033748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T034152Z UID:10008367-1793295000-1793302200@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Drawing and Painting Songbirds: A Naturalist’s Approach to Art and Observation DESCRIPTION:This class will focus on the details of drawing songbirds\, from warblers\, to sparrows. \n\n\n\nThe class runs five weeks from October 22 to November 19 \n\n\n\nImagine observing and drawing a bird through the eyes of a scientist and an artist at the same time: every detail tells a story of anatomy and vitality. Led by educator and bird artist John Muir Laws\, author of The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds\, this introductory course blends scientific knowledge and artistic technique to create a rich learning experience for artists and bird lovers alike. You’ll study anatomy\, proportion\, and gesture\, then apply those insights through guided lessons—sprinkled with Laws’s signature enthusiasm and humor—in pencil\, colored pencil\, and watercolor. Drawing on four decades of experience\, Laws will share methods for drawing songbirds quickly and accurately\, whether in the studio or in the field. This course will sharpen your perception\, deepen your attention\, and transform the simple act of looking into an experience of wonder and connection with the natural world. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/drawing-and-painting-songbirds-a-naturalists-approach-to-art-and-observation-2/2026-10-29/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Blackburnian-Warbler.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T064751Z CREATED:20260410T064749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T064751Z UID:10008086-1793620800-1793624400@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Ask Jack DESCRIPTION:Ask you Nature Journaling questions live with John Muir Laws. \n\n\n\n\nDo you have questions about drawing\, journaling\, naturalist skills\, or journaling teaching techniques? Join John Muir Laws and the Nature Journal Club every week for a one-hour open forum discussion where we explore (and hopefully answer) your questions live. Stick around at the end of the meeting for a lively group journal share and conversation. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary\, If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nClick Here to Join the Meeting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/ask-jack/2026-11-02/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/A27D7201-C4AC-4C03-837F-7750F5997056_1_105_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T133000 DTSTAMP:20260121T200801Z CREATED:20260120T212019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T200801Z UID:10007527-1793793600-1793799000@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Nature Journal Educator's Forum DESCRIPTION:Join a live conversation with educators around the globe as we discuss best practices in Nature Journaling and learning.\n\n\n\n\nLearn how to teach Nature Journaling! Join our weekly discussion and idea-sharing for teachers\, homeschool parents\, and other educators interested in teaching nature journaling skills. Each meeting will have a theme. Most of the conversation that day will revolve around this core idea\, but expect interesting side routes and trails. \n\n\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nNOTE: Start time is 12 PM Pacific\, 1 PM Mountain\, 2 PM Central\, 3 PM Eastern Time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-educators-forum-11/2026-11-04/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/teacher-button-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Wild Wonder Foundation":MAILTO:wildwonderfoundation@gmail.com LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81855892081?pwd=Rmt0bGYyaFVIRjlZc214ZXJrbm1EQT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T153000 DTSTAMP:20260927T203637Z CREATED:20260927T203635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T203637Z UID:10006503-1793800800-1793806200@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:The Bookworm Book Club DESCRIPTION:What would happen if a critical mass of curious\, kind\, playful\, and deep thinking\, friends got together on a regular basis to share their thoughts about interesting books\, journal articles\, poetry\, and more. Let’s find out. No registration necessary\, and if you have not read the book\, you can still come and play. \n\n\n\nOur new book is Gilgamesh: A New Translation of the Ancient Epic by Sophus Helle \n\n\n\nWe will be anyayzing the textwith an eye toward what it tells us about the human relationship with nature (and anyting else we think is cool). \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nClick here to join the meeting\n\n\n\n\nTentative Schedule\n\n\n\n\nDetails to Follow\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-bookworm-book-club-3/2026-11-04/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/nutcracker-and-books.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T113000 DTSTAMP:20260511T222430Z CREATED:20260120T230949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T222430Z UID:10007279-1793872800-1793878200@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:The Nature Journal Workshop DESCRIPTION:Live Nature Journaling workshop with John Muir Laws.\n\n\n\n\nJoin John Muir Laws for weekly live nature journaling workshops with tips\, techniques\, inspiration\, teaching strategies\, and interviews. Topics are usually announced in advance of the workshop. If special materials or class-specific downloads are available\, you can find them here in the class description before the class. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to join the live workshop!\n\n\n\n\nSuggested donation: $20. Your donation helps support my family and me. Your generosity is deeply appreciated\, and it makes an immediate difference in my ability to continue to offer these programs. This donation is not tax-deductible. Click here to donate. If you are not able to donate at this time\, no problem–please continue to enjoy the classes and find another way to pay it forward in your community with acts of kindness and service. Thank you! \n\n\n\nIf you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nBring\n\n\n\n\nYour Journal and favorite drawing materials. Taking notes while you watch and participate will help you remember the new techniques and incorporate them into your journaling.\n\n\n\nYour sense of humor!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-nature-journal-workshop-80/2026-11-05/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_1719-1-e1738355528381.png LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84954633890?pwd=aGlqYTFld0U5ZmI3RFAvdkp2S2plUT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T034152Z CREATED:20260825T033748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T034152Z UID:10008368-1793899800-1793907000@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Drawing and Painting Songbirds: A Naturalist’s Approach to Art and Observation DESCRIPTION:This class will focus on the details of drawing songbirds\, from warblers\, to sparrows. \n\n\n\nThe class runs five weeks from October 22 to November 19 \n\n\n\nImagine observing and drawing a bird through the eyes of a scientist and an artist at the same time: every detail tells a story of anatomy and vitality. Led by educator and bird artist John Muir Laws\, author of The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds\, this introductory course blends scientific knowledge and artistic technique to create a rich learning experience for artists and bird lovers alike. You’ll study anatomy\, proportion\, and gesture\, then apply those insights through guided lessons—sprinkled with Laws’s signature enthusiasm and humor—in pencil\, colored pencil\, and watercolor. Drawing on four decades of experience\, Laws will share methods for drawing songbirds quickly and accurately\, whether in the studio or in the field. This course will sharpen your perception\, deepen your attention\, and transform the simple act of looking into an experience of wonder and connection with the natural world. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/drawing-and-painting-songbirds-a-naturalists-approach-to-art-and-observation-2/2026-11-05/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Blackburnian-Warbler.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T064751Z CREATED:20260410T064749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T064751Z UID:10008087-1794225600-1794229200@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Ask Jack DESCRIPTION:Ask you Nature Journaling questions live with John Muir Laws. \n\n\n\n\nDo you have questions about drawing\, journaling\, naturalist skills\, or journaling teaching techniques? Join John Muir Laws and the Nature Journal Club every week for a one-hour open forum discussion where we explore (and hopefully answer) your questions live. Stick around at the end of the meeting for a lively group journal share and conversation. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary\, If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nClick Here to Join the Meeting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/ask-jack/2026-11-09/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/A27D7201-C4AC-4C03-837F-7750F5997056_1_105_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T133000 DTSTAMP:20260121T200801Z CREATED:20260120T212019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T200801Z UID:10007528-1794398400-1794403800@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Nature Journal Educator's Forum DESCRIPTION:Join a live conversation with educators around the globe as we discuss best practices in Nature Journaling and learning.\n\n\n\n\nLearn how to teach Nature Journaling! Join our weekly discussion and idea-sharing for teachers\, homeschool parents\, and other educators interested in teaching nature journaling skills. Each meeting will have a theme. Most of the conversation that day will revolve around this core idea\, but expect interesting side routes and trails. \n\n\n\nAll ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. If you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nNOTE: Start time is 12 PM Pacific\, 1 PM Mountain\, 2 PM Central\, 3 PM Eastern Time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/nature-journal-educators-forum-11/2026-11-11/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/teacher-button-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Wild Wonder Foundation":MAILTO:wildwonderfoundation@gmail.com LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81855892081?pwd=Rmt0bGYyaFVIRjlZc214ZXJrbm1EQT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T153000 DTSTAMP:20260927T203637Z CREATED:20260927T203635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T203637Z UID:10006504-1794405600-1794411000@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:The Bookworm Book Club DESCRIPTION:What would happen if a critical mass of curious\, kind\, playful\, and deep thinking\, friends got together on a regular basis to share their thoughts about interesting books\, journal articles\, poetry\, and more. Let’s find out. No registration necessary\, and if you have not read the book\, you can still come and play. \n\n\n\nOur new book is Gilgamesh: A New Translation of the Ancient Epic by Sophus Helle \n\n\n\nWe will be anyayzing the textwith an eye toward what it tells us about the human relationship with nature (and anyting else we think is cool). \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nClick here to join the meeting\n\n\n\n\nTentative Schedule\n\n\n\n\nDetails to Follow\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-bookworm-book-club-3/2026-11-11/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/nutcracker-and-books.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T113000 DTSTAMP:20260511T222430Z CREATED:20260120T230949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T222430Z UID:10007280-1794477600-1794483000@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:The Nature Journal Workshop DESCRIPTION:Live Nature Journaling workshop with John Muir Laws.\n\n\n\n\nJoin John Muir Laws for weekly live nature journaling workshops with tips\, techniques\, inspiration\, teaching strategies\, and interviews. Topics are usually announced in advance of the workshop. If special materials or class-specific downloads are available\, you can find them here in the class description before the class. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to join the live workshop!\n\n\n\n\nSuggested donation: $20. Your donation helps support my family and me. Your generosity is deeply appreciated\, and it makes an immediate difference in my ability to continue to offer these programs. This donation is not tax-deductible. Click here to donate. If you are not able to donate at this time\, no problem–please continue to enjoy the classes and find another way to pay it forward in your community with acts of kindness and service. Thank you! \n\n\n\nIf you are new to Zoom or are having trouble with the meeting controls\, please see these notes and suggestions on Zoom Tips for Online Classes with John Muir Laws to help you get more out of the online workshop. When possible I will also make a recording of the workshop and post it on my blog. I look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nBring\n\n\n\n\nYour Journal and favorite drawing materials. Taking notes while you watch and participate will help you remember the new techniques and incorporate them into your journaling.\n\n\n\nYour sense of humor!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/the-nature-journal-workshop-80/2026-11-12/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_1719-1-e1738355528381.png LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84954633890?pwd=aGlqYTFld0U5ZmI3RFAvdkp2S2plUT09 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T034152Z CREATED:20260825T033748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T034152Z UID:10008369-1794504600-1794511800@johnmuirlaws.com SUMMARY:Drawing and Painting Songbirds: A Naturalist’s Approach to Art and Observation DESCRIPTION:This class will focus on the details of drawing songbirds\, from warblers\, to sparrows. \n\n\n\nThe class runs five weeks from October 22 to November 19 \n\n\n\nImagine observing and drawing a bird through the eyes of a scientist and an artist at the same time: every detail tells a story of anatomy and vitality. Led by educator and bird artist John Muir Laws\, author of The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds\, this introductory course blends scientific knowledge and artistic technique to create a rich learning experience for artists and bird lovers alike. You’ll study anatomy\, proportion\, and gesture\, then apply those insights through guided lessons—sprinkled with Laws’s signature enthusiasm and humor—in pencil\, colored pencil\, and watercolor. Drawing on four decades of experience\, Laws will share methods for drawing songbirds quickly and accurately\, whether in the studio or in the field. This course will sharpen your perception\, deepen your attention\, and transform the simple act of looking into an experience of wonder and connection with the natural world. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease share if you like it!\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n More\n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://johnmuirlaws.com/event/drawing-and-painting-songbirds-a-naturalists-approach-to-art-and-observation-2/2026-11-12/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johnmuirlaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Blackburnian-Warbler.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR