Pennsylvania Master Naturalist, a nonprofit organization, will partner with Green Valleys Watershed Association this spring to train citizen volunteers in the natural sciences. The program is geared for adults who want to learn about nature, enjoy the outdoors, and be a part of natural resource protection.
Once accepted, trainees will attend a 50-hour course made up of weekly classroom instruction and Saturday field sessions. The classroom sessions will take place from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, March 30 to June 8, and the field sessions will occur on April 9, April 23, May 7 and May 21. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed, and proof of vaccination will be required.
After the course, participants will take part in 30 hours of service and eight hours of continuing education to become certified. Master Naturalists must complete 20 hours of service and 12 hours of continuing education each year to maintain their status as a certified Master Naturalist volunteer.
Those who apply for the training by Saturday, Jan. 15, will receive a discount. The final deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 4, and space is limited. More information can be found at http://www.pamasternaturalist.org. Scholarships are available.
Pennsylvania Master Naturalist is dedicated to training knowledgeable volunteers committed to protecting Pennsylvania's natural heritage with partnering organizations. Volunteers' service includes habitat restoration, native planting projects, educational nature walks, and water quality monitoring. Volunteers have contributed more than 70,000 hours of conservation service since 2010.
A full training schedule and application information can be found by visiting the aforementioned website and looking under "Become a Master Naturalist" and "Training Courses." For additional information, email SEprogram@pamasternaturalist.org.
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