# Sketch Up! Nature Journaling: Moving Animals at Bells Bend

> Event for families in the Nashville–Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin area (TN). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 21 · 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Where: Bells Bend Outdoor Center, 4187 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37218
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Metro Nashville Parks
- Official page: https://www.nashville.gov/departments/parks/events/sketch-nature-journaling-moving-animals/2026-11-21
- Last checked: Tue, Nov 3

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## About

Nature journaling session on drawing fast-moving animals — practice observing and sketching animals from trail-cam videos with an artist/naturalist guide. All skill levels welcome; BYO supplies or use theirs. Meets indoors at Bells Bend Outdoor Center.

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