Sagebrush to Sandstone: Winter Haiku Workshop With John Arsenault
Nevada Humanities and John Arsenault present a Sagebrush to Sandstone workshop celebrating the beauty of haiku in the winter on December 13 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm. This workshop will be inside the Fleischmann Planetarium’s small classroom with a brief outdoor walk through the nearby cherry blossom garden at UNR. Participants will learn about a brief history of haiku and draft and practice their own haiku inspired by nature.
This workshop is open to participants of all ages and skill levels. Pencil and paper will be provided.
Space for this event is limited and registration in advance is required.
This program is supported with funding by the Charles Redd Center for Western Studies at Brigham Young University.
John Arsenault teaches secondary English in Reno, Nevada and volunteers with Reno Inspiring Connections Outdoors (ICO) to help young adults experience the outdoors. He has advocated for student centered mental health and education for over 20 years. He instructed for Outward Bound Wilderness and numerous adventure organizations around the country, but now he enjoys camping with his wife and son whenever they can. He writes occasionally as a way to challenge his mind, practice his art, and be creative. He wishes to see a vibrant human created arts community that celebrates all the benefits of creative expression. “I hope to see you on the trail and challenge you to develop your own adventurous haiku ideas.”
