An international nature journal activity inviting primary and secondary school students to observe wetlands and birds along the East Asian‑Australasian Flyway.
About
Jointly organized by the China Wildlife Conservation Association, the Forestry and Grassland Survey and Planning Institute, and the Mangrove Conservation Foundation (MCF).
How It Works
Parents or teachers take the online courses (English subtitles available) to learn nature journaling basics.
Students visit wetlands or field sites with guidance from parents or teachers to observe birds carefully.
Combine drawings and written observations into a nature journal focused on birds and wetlands.
Scan your work, fill in the submission sheet, and email the package before June 30, 2026.
Work Requirements
Clear connection between people, wetlands, and birds. Show the living tapestry of the flyway.
Must include both wetlands and birds as the main visual subjects.
A lively combination of illustrations and written observation or reflection.
A3 (297 × 420 mm) recommended. A4 (210 × 297 mm) also accepted.
Submission
Email your submission package to:
ainiaozhou@mcf.org.cnSubject line: include the name of the submitting school or organization.
Past Outstanding Works
This album features excellent nature journal works from the 2025 activity. It can help students, parents, and teachers better understand the style, observation quality, and presentation approach encouraged in this program.
Support
Four nature journaling courses with English subtitles are available to help teachers and students get started.
Access courses →The email submission information sheet is provided in the same Google Drive folder. Download and fill it in.
Open Drive folder →Works may be created directly in English or translated from another language with teacher support.
Keep one adult coordinator per school or organization to help coordinate communication and submission.
Checklist
Verify each item before sending your package.