Join Parks Canada Marine Biologist, Katrina Kushneryk and artist Bea Martin for Nature Journaling - Animal Signs. The beaches are home to many creatures, marine and terrestrial, and whilst we can’t always see them, there will be signs! You will learn about animal tracks and clues, and since it’s whale fest, we will highlight connections on the beach to the whales just offshore!
Nature journaling consists of capturing our observations about the natural world from direct observation. It is a multidisciplinary activity that uses pictures, words, and numbers and that includes curricular tie-ins for science & the arts! You do not need to be an artist to keep a nature journal. All you need is a pencil and a sketchbook... and curiosity!
About the instructor Bea Martin:
Bea is a science illustrator (CMI, certified medical illustrator), visual storyteller, and the recipient of the 2024 Richmond Arts Award in Arts Education. With a multidisciplinary background in art and science, Bea loves observing and sketching wildlife from direct observation. As an educator, she shares her passion for the natural world with her students, and supports their creativity, curiosity, and artistic development with genuine curiosity and endless enthusiasm.
This event is outdoors on the beach and rocks; suitable footwear is recommended.
Family-friendly, children must be supervised by an adult.
Art Supplies, you can bring your own OR a limited amount will be available for purchase from Bea onsite for $5 cash only.
Suggested art supplies for activity: 2B graphite pencils, 8.5 x 5.5 in paper sketch book, Water soluble colour pencils (brand CRAYOLA works well), magnifying lenses, transparent ruler.
Button event: Suggested donation of $10 Adults 19+, $5 Children + Concessions (By purchasing a button, it gives you access to all button events and raises funds for PRWF).
Location: Wickaninnish Beach, Pacific Rim National Park Reserve - Park at Kwisitis Visitor Centre