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When: Saturday, December 17, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Join us for this sketching workshop centered around nature in winter. In this workshop we learn first-hand what makes nature in winter so special. Participants will learn how to identify nature in the winter and will learn drawing techniques they can use to record observations outdoors.
Note: No prior drawing experience necessary. Dress warmly. Gloves and appropriate footwear are recommended. Please see below for drawing materials you need to bring.
To register click the button below and choose the option 2022: Adult Workshops - FALL
Join us for this sketching workshop centered around nature in winter. In this workshop we learn first-hand what makes nature in winter so special. Participants will learn how to identify nature in the winter and will learn drawing techniques they can use to record observations outdoors.
We will begin indoors with a tutorial into observational drawing along with some drawing activities. With our new skills we will take a hike together and learn how to record and sketch our observations out in nature. We’ll end our workshop back indoors to share our findings with each other over some hot beverages.
Note: All are welcome. Drawing experience or none. Dress warmly. Gloves and appropriate footwear are recommended.
This workshop will meet in the High Park Nature Centre's Forest School building at 375 Colborne Lodge Drive.
When: Saturday, January 21, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (Rain date: January 28)
Are you curious about the tracks you see outside? Have you wondered about the animals that made them, what they were doing and why? Then join us as we explore the basic concepts of animal tracking.
Note: Please bring a nut-free lunch, snacks and a hot beverage; a small ruler or tape measure; and a small camera or your phone. Hand warmers highly recommended! We will be spending the day outside, so come dressed for the weather.
To register click the button below and choose the option 2023: Adult Workshops - WINTER
Are you curious about the tracks you see outside? Have you wondered about the animals that made them, what they were doing and why? Then join us at the High Park Nature Centre as we explore the basic concepts of animal tracking.
In this workshop, we will be covering basic mammal track ID, foot morphology and gaits, "tools of the trade" and resources to explore at home. We will be also be thinking about how animals behave in colder weather, "tracks" they leave that aren't footprints, and spending time outdoors in beautiful High Park.
Note: Please bring: a nut-free lunch, snacks and a hot beverage; a small ruler or tape measure; and a small camera or your phone. Hand warmers highly recommended! We will be spending the day outside, so come dressed for the weather.
This workshop will meet in the High Park Nature Centre's Forest School building at 375 Colborne Lodge Drive.
We invite you to embrace a unique opportunity to cultivate the mind-body connection and your relationship with nature, while also building community in a safe and inclusive space. Join instructors Elyse Waugh for indoor guided yoga sessions in High Park this fall!
Introduction to Animal Tracking - February 26 & March 5
Fungi Workshop 101 - May 14
Linocut Workshop - November 5
Linocut Printmaking - Nov 6
Yoga at the Nature Centre - Nov 11 to Dec 16
How to Make Nature Your Classroom - September 19
Fall Forest Bathing - September 26
Bird Sketching - September 26
Fantastic Fall Fungi - October 3
How to Make Nature Your Classroom - October 17
Linocut Printmaking - November 7
New Year Nature: An Outdoor Winter Retreat - January 4
High Park Lichens: Discover the "Corals" of the Forest - February 22
Fall Birding for Beginners - September 18 & 21
Savannah Sketchbook - September 28
Fantastic Fungal Friends: Mushrooms and Other Fungi of High Park - October 6
Summer Wildflower ID - July 22 Summer Tree ID - August 12
From Houndstongue to Shepherd's Purse: Wildflower Names and Their Meanings - August 19
Spring Birding for Beginners - May 8 & 11
Spring Wildflower ID - May 26
Teachers in Nature - January 26
Winter Bird Photography - February 2
Winter Tree ID for Beginners - February 3
Nature Journaling: Origins of Citizen Science - March 2
Birds of Prey - September 27 & 29
Making Friends with Places: A Passage de Toronto - October 9 & 11
Fall Wildflowers - October 13
Autumn Tree Drawing - October 21
An Introduction to Mushrooms and Other Fungi - October 27
Poisons, Spines & Blisters: Plants with a Dark Side - July 12
Dragonflies and Damselflies 101: Biology and Identification - July 28
Friend or Foe: The Intriguing World of Weeds - August 9
Butterflies 101: Biology and Identification - August 18
Outdoor Play in the Early Years - April 21
Spring Birding for Beginners - May 3 & 5 (Two-Part Beginner Workshop)
Spring Songbirds - May 24 & 26 (Two-Part Intermediate Workshop)
Intro to Landscape Drawing in the High Park Savannah - June 17
High Park Lichens - Feb. 10
Winter Landscape Photography – Mar. 3
Birds of Prey – Mar. 4
Winter Tree ID for Beginners - Mar. 24
