Door County

Description

The Door County Master Naturalist training is a 40-hour series of engaging classroom sessions and immersive field experiences designed to provide a consistent, statewide perspective on Wisconsin’s natural resources, ecological processes, and conservation challenges. What sets this training apart is its in-depth exploration of northern habitats—such as the northern mesic forest and boreal forest ecosystems—as well as the intricate microtopography shaped by Door County’s distinctive geology. Through guided hikes across diverse landscapes, interactive water-based activities, hands-on species identification, and visits to unique geological formations and sensitive ecological areas, participants will deepen their understanding of the natural world with a strong Door County focus.

Some outdoor experiences will be over uneven terrain with a couple significant inclines.

The Wisconsin Master Naturalist program is a network of well-informed volunteers dedicated to conservation service, leadership, and lifelong learning. The Master Naturalist training provides 40 hours of education in a variety of natural history topics and Master Naturalist service areas. Through expert-led trainings, Master Naturalists are equipped to address challenges facing the state by making positive impacts through stewardship, citizen science, and educational activities. Trainings have an emphasis on outdoor field experiences with some classroom instruction and are taught by professional natural resources educators and scientists. Once trained, Wisconsin Master Naturalists record 40 hours of service and 8 hours of advanced training each year to maintain certification and receive a recognition pin.

Class Size

20

Participation

To be a certified Master Naturalist, you will be required to:

• Attend regularly. Only four hours of training may be missed.
• Be 18 years old or older.
• Travel in personal vehicles as necessary to reach different learning sites throughout the training, unless transportation is provided by the host.
• Complete a small training project.

^** Master Naturalist Trainings 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. Requests for access needs can be made during the registration process; please allow 30 days, when possible. If you have questions about the activity level of the training, please contact the program office info@wimasternaturalist.org prior to registering.