Discovering Biophilia: Mindfulness and Observation in Nature- Sustainable Communities Workshop Series

Event details

Description:

This free in-person workshop is part of the City of Whittlesea's Sustainable Communities Workshop Series for 2024.

Date:

Saturday, 3 February 2024

Time

11:00AM — 1:00PM

Location:

Riverside Community Activity Centre, Main Hall 8 Doreen Rogen Way, South Morang VIC 3752

Contact:

Sustainable Environment

Phone:

9217 2170

Cost:

FREE

Registration

Registration link

Highlights

In this workshop, the Environmental Educator for Sustainability at the City of Whittlesea will lead a session grounded in the understanding of biophilia, or love of nature and living things. During the workshop, attendees will do some nature sketching and meditation, observe nature outdoors, and create a handicraft with found natural materials. 

Attendees will leave the workshop with a handicraft and a nature observation guide they can complete on their own or with others.

The group will discuss the nature/happiness connection and the role of observation as a starting point for becoming a conservationist or environmental steward. 

• Children between 10-18 years old are welcomed to participate but must attend with a carer and be supervised at all times.
• If it is raining or warm, we will still go outside, so please bring rain or sun gear if needed.
• We will be walking down a ramp to access the park behind Riverside Community Centre, so please let us know if you have accessibility needs.
• Snacks will be provided, but please bring a water bottle and a travel coffee cup.

Registration is mandatory. 

For more information contact sustainability@whittlesea.vic.gov.au