The Nature Notes – Signs of Spring

The Nature Notes – Signs of Spring / Exhibit Room and Gift Shop Opening

Come meet other nature lovers at the Dahlem Center and use the wilderness around you to inspire your pens. First, take a guided hike, then transfer nature to notebooks, focusing on spring’s signs. You can bring your own nature journals or utensils, journaling however you’d like, or you can use the utensils and packet provided by us! After the program, the exhibit room and gift shop will be open until 2pm.

This program is for anyone 7 years or older. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Date: March 28th, 2026

Time: 9am to 11am

Where: The trails and pavilion (Dutcher Room if it’s too cold to sit outside)

Cost: $8 for non-members / $5 for Dahlem Center members

Cancellations: We have a 24-hour cancellation policy. No-shows will be charged the full amount.

What to Bring: Bring good walking shoes. The hike will be between 1/2 and 1 1/2 miles, depending on how far the group would like to go to search for inspiration. You can bring your own nature journal or use the packet we provide. We will have utensils to use, but I’m sure yours are better! Bring a jacket, just in case. The hike will obviously be out in the elements, but the nature journaling will take place under our pavilion.