Wander & Notice Walk
Take a slow walk through your neighborhood or a nearby area, paying attention to small details you usually overlook.
Materials & Shopping Links
Small Notebook or Notes App
For capturing what you notice along the way
Quantity: 1
Comfortable Shoes
So you can wander without thinking about your feet
Quantity: 1 pair
Welcome to Your Wander & Notice Walk
This is not an exercise walk or an errand walk. It’s a gentle, open-ended walk where the only job is to notice what’s already around you.
Before You Begin
- Choose a route you know, or decide to turn right/left at random
- Plan for 20–60 minutes outside
- Leave headphones at home if you can
Flow of the Experience
1. Set an Intention (5 minutes)
- Before you start, choose something to pay attention to: colors, sounds, textures, or signs
- Take a deep breath and step out the door slowly
2. Walk and Notice (20–40 minutes)
- Move at a pace that feels unhurried
- Jot down small observations: a color, a phrase on a sign, a plant you haven’t seen before
- If your mind wanders, gently bring it back to your chosen focus
3. Short Reflection (5–10 minutes)
- When you get home or reach a rest spot, write a few lines about what you saw
- Note anything that surprised you or felt comforting
Variations & Ideas
- Photo version: Take photos of the details that stand out to you.
- Seasonal series: Repeat the same route in each season and note the changes.
- Paired walk: Do this with a friend, sharing observations afterward.