Nature writing tips

1. Don’t just write about what you can see. Describe how things feel, smell, taste and sound so that the reader feels immersed in your story with all their senses.
2. The more you observe something, the better you will be able to describe it. If writing about a particular wild place, go there in different seasons, weather conditions and times of day to see how it changes.
3. Understand your subject. If writing about a particular plant or animal, do some reading up on the ecology of the species to provide a scientific context to your writing.
4. A strong narrative is key. As with any writing, the thing that will keep the reader reading is a strong and compelling storyline.
5. Bring your personal perspective to a situation. As well as writing about what you observe, share your personal experience and the emotions that you felt as a result of observing something.
6. Get some feedback. Before submitting your entry, ask friends and family to read it over to see if they have any suggestions of how to strengthen it.