Mindful Nature Connections: Valley Forge National Historical Park

Saturday, June 28, 2025

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Let science and art blend together as we join Academy educator Amber Guzzi and artist Meg Lemieur for a guided hike and instructor-led course in nature journaling at Valley Forge National Historical Park.

First, we’ll hike along a portion of the Grand Parade Trail as Amber identifies geological formations, native plants, and the birds and animals that call the park home.

Then, come to rest as Meg leads the group through an introductory nature journaling exercise. Nature journaling is the practice of using words, pictures, numbers and a series of specialized exercises to collect and record your nature observations, questions, and collections. We’ll use the world around us for inspiration – and don’t worry, artistic skills are not required.

A few program notes:

This program is best suited for adults and is inclusive of ages 11+. This is a members-only program; guests of members are welcome.
Pads for sitting on the ground will be provided. You are also welcome to bring your own portable stool or chair.
Recommended Nature Journaling supplies:
- An unlined notebook/sketchpad and pencil are essential, but feel free to bring other simple art supplies like watercolors or colored pencils.

Register

Program Cost: Free
Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025

Valley Forge National Historical Park
5201 Valley Forge Park Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Varnum’s Headquarters Parking Lot

Not a member? Join here. https://ansp.org/get-involved/membership/

Questions? Contact Kaitlin LeRoy at 215-299-1009 or leroy@ansp.org.