Camp notebooks · An independent notebook

Notes from a modest outing

A thoughtful collection of original notes on simple field journals and considered campsite routines. Begin with a small observation, then make room for a closer look.

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simple field journals and considered campsite routines — an original illustration — ILLUSTRATED STUDY / 19CAMP MARGIN

“The ordinary becomes interesting when you give it time.”

A note from the notebook

Start where you are.

Keep a notebook and a pencil nearby. This collection begins with field notebooks and a simple idea: attention is something you can practice.

Find a starting point

From the journal

Pages for the everyday.

All six notes

01Observe

A trip purpose page

Write what the outing is intended to include.

02Observe

A notebook pocket plan

Choose a practical place for the observation kit.

03Practice

A ground and horizon sketch

Draw the large shapes from the permitted site.

04Practice

A pause between tasks

Record one ordinary moment at the established setup.

05Reflect

A field journal spread

Keep observations separate from packing notes.

06Reflect

A return-home page

List the practical changes suggested by actual experience.