Lake Superior

Description

Discover the beauty and complexity of Wisconsin’s Lake Superior coast. With Ashland, WI as our basecamp, we will set out across the South Shore to experience the landscapes and waterways that define the Wisconsin portion of the Lake Superior Basin. Hosted in partnership with the Lake Superior Collaborative and the Superior Rivers Watershed Association, participants will explore shorelines, wetlands, tributaries, and northern forests while learning about the ecological and geological forces that shape the South Shore.

This field-based training takes place over two extended weekends in August and features lessons led by regional experts, natural resource professionals, researchers, and community leaders. Learn what makes this region so special and gain a firsthand look at the conservation work underway to keep this area resilient in a changing landscape. Participants can expect moderate hiking, uneven terrain, occasional wading, and full days outdoors, including at least a few hours on the water in boats. Transportation and lodging are the responsibility of participants, with carpooling encouraged.

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. Accommodation requests 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.