Zoo rides are open Fridays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Santa Ana Zoo will be closed on 12/11/24 and 12/25/24.

Nature journaling club

Second and fourth Sunday of each month, 11AM. Image shows sketches of a roly-poly, spider, and raccoon skull, each with handwritten notes about the size, structure, or color of the subject.Join us as we explore, sketch, and write about the natural world! All ages are welcome. The program is free to the public; no registration is necessary.

Upcoming dates

  • Sunday, November 24
  • Sunday, December 22
  • Sunday, January 12
  • Sunday, January 26

Time

11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Frequently asked questions

What is nature journaling?

Nature journaling is a way to record your interactions with nature. It gives you a tool for paying closer to the world around you, fostering curiosity, and unleashing your creativity.

Who should join this club?

  • Aspiring naturalists, scientists, artists, poets, and writers
  • Children, teens, and adults
  • Those who have never journaled before, and those who have kept a nature journal for years

Should I bring anything?

Materials will be provided, but please bring your nature journal if you already have one. Please also bring anything you need to be comfortable outside. Water bottles, hats, and sunscreen are recommended.

Amber Suto
Zoo Education Specialist

Santiago Creek ECO Center
600 East Memory Lane
Santa Ana, CA 92705
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