What's inside the nature journal
- Nature Observation
- Sketch Page
- Nature Scavenger Hunt
- Wildlife Sightings
- Plants & Trees
- Weather Log
- Seasons
- Favorite Places
- Notes
See every page
All 13 pages of the US Letter version, exactly as they print. Tap a page to see it larger.
- 1. Cover
- 2. This Journal Belongs To
- 3. Contents
- 4. Nature Observation
- 5. Sketch Page
- 6. Nature Scavenger Hunt
- 7. Wildlife Sightings
- 8. Plants & Trees
- 9. Weather Log
- 10. Seasons
- 11. Favorite Places
- 12. Notes
- 13. Thank you page
Who this nature journal is for
This journal is for nature lovers who want to slow down and notice the world around them, from backyard birdsong to changing leaves on a favorite trail. It suits walkers, gardeners, homeschool families and anyone seeking calm outdoors. Writing and sketching what you see builds observation skills and a deeper connection with the seasons. It also suits people using time outdoors to ease stress, since noticing small details is calming and grounding. Returning to the same place through the year reveals changes you would otherwise miss.
How to use your nature journal
Record observations with date and place, and sketch plants and creatures. Try the scavenger hunt. Log wildlife sightings, plants and trees, and weather. Notice how seasons change, and list favorite walks. Take the journal on walks with a pencil and small set of colors. Visit one favorite spot regularly and record what has changed, and look back at the end of each season to see the year unfold.
Formats included
A4 PDF
For printing in most of the world (210 × 297 mm).
US Letter PDF
For printing in the US and Canada (8.5 × 11 in).
Digital PDF
Hyperlinked tabs for tablets and PDF annotation apps.
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Free downloadNature Journal questions
Do I need to be good at drawing?
No. Simple sketches are perfect. Other pages in the 13-page nature journal include "Nature Observation", "Sketch Page" and "Nature Scavenger Hunt", so related notes stay together. Download it free, print only the pages you need and add more copies of any page later.
Is there a scavenger hunt?
Yes. Look for the "Nature Scavenger Hunt" page in the 13-page nature journal. Download it free, print only the pages you need and add more copies of any page later. Print the A4 or US Letter PDF as often as you need, or write in the digital version on a tablet.
Can families use it together?
Yes. Other pages in the 13-page nature journal include "Nature Observation", "Sketch Page" and "Nature Scavenger Hunt", so related notes stay together. Download it free, print only the pages you need and add more copies of any page later. Print the A4 or US Letter PDF as often as you need, or write in the digital version on a tablet.
Is the Nature Journal really free?
Yes, the Nature Journal is completely free for personal use. Download the 13-page PDF without an account or email address, print it at home as often as you like and share the page link with friends. Matching bundles on our Etsy shop are optional and paid; this single planner stays free.
What size is the Nature Journal?
The Nature Journal comes in A4 (210 x 297 mm) and US Letter (8.5 x 11 inches), plus a hyperlinked digital PDF for tablets. Choose the file that matches the paper in your printer and print at Actual size or 100%, so nothing is cut off. Both paper sizes have the same 13 pages.
