Follow me in this video as I discover that it is hotter in California than it was in East Africa!
A Year Begins and Ends: So Does Your Life–That’s A Good Thing
The end of the year is a good time to reflect on the finitude of your life. Mortality is a good thing and in this video I show an exercise […]
On the Trail of a Journaler
Do you know someone who has an interesting journal-keeping practice or story? If so, I would love to know because I’m lining up people to interview.
More Than Just Drawing Plants
It is easy to think that nature journaling is just about drawing plants and animals when it is actually so much more. In this video I describe some of the […]
Be An Untutored Savage
Shocking news! Despite popular rumors to the contrary, becoming a great naturalist is not about memorizing more scientific names.
Book Review: Essentialism
I consumed this book three times before regurgitating. It is one of the most influential books that I have read this year: This book review is dedicated to those people […]
I’m Working Hard and Loving It
I include a lot of my thoughts, feelings, and routines on a roadtrip to teach at the Monterey Bay Birding Festival. I talk about my growing conviction that this kind […]
Sweating and Journaling…
To boldly go where no journal has gone before…
Wanting to BE good at something gets in the way of BECOMING good at something
Here is a short examination of a pitfall when learning any new skill. With a few easy exercises in your journal and a couple of useful resources you will be […]
Setback or Opportunity?
Follow me in this video as I explain some of the ideas that have emerged while I’m dealing with recent surgery to my wrist. As an artist, writer, and nature […]