Master Naturalists pose during hike with walking sticks in the rain

Photo Credit © Trees for Tomorrow

Trees for Tomorrow

Cancelled due to Covid-19

Training Dates

June 22 - June 27, 2020

Location

Trees for Tomorrow

519 Sheridan Street

Eagle River, WI 54521

Directions

Instructors

Jenny Sadak

Vern Gentele

Kim Feller

Description

All 2020 Master Naturalist Volunteer Trainings are postponed due to COVID-19. The Master Naturalist Program continues to work with host organizations to develop a 2021 training calendar, along with new training guidelines and resources to promote healthy and engaging learning environments out in nature and in the classroom. Watch for 2021 locations and dates to be announced by December 1, 2020.

Trees For Tomorrow (TFT), a natural resources specialty school, will be hosting a Master Naturalist Volunteer Training. Join TFT staff and regional experts in a week-long exploration of the waters, forests, wildlife, and geology that make the Northwoods so special. A continental breakfast and lunch are provided each day. Lodging is available for an additional cost payable to TFT.

The Wisconsin Master Naturalist program is a network of well-informed volunteers dedicated to conservation service, leadership, and lifelong learning. The Master Naturalist Volunteer Training provides 40 hours of coursework in natural history, interpretation, and conservation stewardship. Trainings combine classroom instruction with field experiences and are taught by professional natural resources educators and scientists. Once trained, Wisconsin Master Naturalists provide 40 hours of service and take 8 hours of advanced training each year to maintain their certification and receive a recognition pin.

Schedule

Monday, June 22nd: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tuesday, June 23rd: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wednesday, June 24th: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday, June 25th: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Friday, June 26th: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday, June 27th: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

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.
  • Participate in field trips, even in inclement weather.
  • Travel in personal vehicles as necessary to reach field trip locations.
  • Experience moderate activity on uneven terrain. Please consult with the program office info@wimasternaturalist.org before registering if you have you have questions about accessibility.
  • Complete a capstone project during the course.

Financial Hardship

The Wisconsin Master Naturalist program believes that finances should not be a barrier to learning. Reduced registration fees are available for those who indicate the fee is a hardship. Reduced fees will be available during the registration process at a self-selected rate of either $200, $150, or $100. Our hope is that by participating in the Master Naturalist program you are able to give back your time to organizations that need your help. And if your financial situation changes in the future that you’ll consider a donation back to our program.

Cancelled due to Covid-19