Registration Details
- Deadline: Pre-registration is required by September 18. Walk-ins will not be accepted.
- How to Register: Register online via the Summit Webpage or directly through the Portal. Registration is à la carte based on each day and time block, choose what you want to attend.
- Capacity: Spots are limited, first-come, first-served, and expected to fill quickly. There is no waitlist or substitution.
- Preparation: Review this Summit Program in advance to select your preferred events. Spots are not guaranteed until payment is complete.
- Selecting Events: Choose all events you plan to attend each day, including free ones.
- Guests: Spouses, partners, and invited guests are welcome to register for any part of the Summit, including the Keynote Dinner. Everyone must register individually.
- Financial Hardship: We believe finances should not be a barrier to learning. If your total registration fees exceed $100, you will be given a 50% discount option if you indicate that this fee is a financial hardship.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
- Deadline: No refunds after September 18, 2026.
- Fees: If we cancel an event, affected fees will be refunded. Participant cancellations incur a $25 administrative fee. Approved refunds take up to 10 business days. No substitutions can be made.
- Weather & Changes: Field events run rain or shine. Extreme weather-related cancellations are non-refundable.
- Substitutions: No attendee substitutions are allowed.
All Abilities Welcome
Each day offers field events that are primarily outdoor learning experiences which may include extended periods of standing, hiking on both flat paths and off-trails with inclines, and a variety of weather conditions. Each day also offers seated presentations and workshops. If you have concerns about the activity level or would like to discuss ways that we can assist you in participating fully in the Summit, please contact the Master Naturalist program at info@wimasternaturalist.org or (608) 262-0020 prior to registering.
You may request an interpreter, materials in an alternative language and/or format, accommodations for hearing or visual impairment, accommodations for physical mobility considerations, and/or other services to make this event more accessible. Contact us at info@wimasternaturalist.org. Make your request at least 25 days before the event so there is enough time to make sure everything is ready for you. There is no added cost to you for these services.