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SUMMARY:Dec Nature Journal Club Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Let’s nature journal! Practice new techniques\, meet new nature lovers\, and build a deep connection with the nature around you. Everyone is welcome at our Wichita Nature Journal Club\, no matter your skill level or age. Children may join alongside a responsible adult. \nWhat is Nature Journaling? \nNature journaling is slowing down and carefully observing the natural world with pencil and paper. Write\, sketch\, paint\, or diagram whatever you discover\, and by taking the time to observe\, you open up a world of natural wonder. \nLearn more about nature journaling and see examples. \nMeetup plan: \n\n10am – Meet at the Kansas Wildlife Exhibit\n(15 min) The group leader for the morning leads introductions.\nDisperse to journal on your own.\n11:45 am – Gather and share our observations with the group.\n\nNote: KWE’s Festivus Event starts at noon! KWE will have hot beverages\, snacks\, and the indoor exhibit open starting at noon. \nLogistics and amenities: \n\nParking & Paths: Well-maintained concrete pavement and large parking lot.\nRestrooms: Park restrooms are closed for the winter.\nSeating: Seating is available\, but consider bringing a portable stool or chair.\nBring your own journaling supplies!\nWe recommend Organic Maps (Google Play\, Apple Store) for walking trails. The app provides free\, privacy-focused\, open-source\, offline maps with turn-by-turn navigation based on OpenStreetMap data.
URL:https://www.grasslandgroupies.org/event/nature-journal-club-meetup/
LOCATION:Kansas Wildlife Exhibit\, 700 N Nims St\, Wichita\, 67203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Journal Club
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel%2C GG":MAILTO:rachel@grasslandgroupies.org
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SUMMARY:Journaling the Seasons: Winter
DESCRIPTION:Each season\, walk the same park trail with your nature journal to observe how the natural world has changed. Write\, sketch\, paint\, or diagram the new sights at each stop along the trail. Practice new journaling techniques and build a deep connection with the nature around you. \nWhat to expect:  \nMeet at the trailhead with other journalers. We’ll chat as a group\, disperse to journal\, and meet up again at the trailhead to share our observations. \n\nPaved trails; distance up to participants. Occasional benches.\nNo restrooms.\nRecommended to bring a portable chair or stool for journaling pauses.
URL:https://www.grasslandgroupies.org/event/journaling-the-seasons-winter/
LOCATION:Swanson Park\, 1011 N. Maize Rd\, Wichita\, KS\, 67212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Journal Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel%2C GG":MAILTO:rachel@grasslandgroupies.org
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SUMMARY:ICT Bee Fest 2025
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for our third annual ICT Bee Fest. Over 750 visitors enjoyed this free celebration of native bees\, butterflies\, and other wild pollinators last year\, and we’re thrilled to be back for another season of celebrating wild bees. \nHosted by our partners at the Mid-America All-Indian Museum and the Bee City Wichita Committee\, the 2025 event will be even better. Expect more native plant vendors\, new activities\, monarch butterfly tagging\, garden plans\, seed giveaways\, and more family-friendly activities and casual learning. \nStay tuned for more details as the date approaches. If you’re interested in being a vendor at ICT Bee Fest\, contact Nicole Brown at nicole@grasslandgroupies.org \nRead More about the event.
URL:https://www.grasslandgroupies.org/event/ict-bee-fest-2025/
LOCATION:Mid-America All-Indian Museum\, 650 N Seneca\, Wichita\, KS\, 67203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bee City Wichita
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grassland Groupies":MAILTO:info@grasslandgroupies.org
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SUMMARY:ICT Bee Fest 2024
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for our second annual ICT Bee Fest 2024 celebrating native bees\, butterflies\, and other pollinators hosted by our partners at the Mid-America All-Indian Museum and organized by Grassland Groupies and the Bee City Wichita Committee. \nOver 500 visitors enjoyed this free event last year\, and 2024 is going to be even better. Expect more native plant vendors\, our all-male bumblebee petting zoo\, improved bee houses\, monarch butterfly tagging\, garden plans\, seed giveaways\, and more family-friendly activities and casual learning. \nStay tuned for more details as the date approaches. If you’re interested in being a vendor at ICT Bee Fest\, contact Nicole Brown at nicole@grasslandgroupies.org \nRead More about the event.
URL:https://www.grasslandgroupies.org/event/ict-beefest-2024/
LOCATION:Mid-America All-Indian Museum\, 650 N Seneca\, Wichita\, KS\, 67203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bee City Wichita
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grassland Groupies":MAILTO:info@grasslandgroupies.org
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