Blue Ridge Foothills & Lakes Virginia Master Naturalists: Got Moss?

Friday, February 3, 2012

Got Moss?

We learned about moss, lichen and fungi at our Virginia Master Naturalist Basic Training last year. I was intrigued by it, being a photographer and nature lover I thought you would enjoy these photos too:
A Japanese Moss Garden

Source: photos.gardenweb.com via charley on Pinterest

A vertical moss garden

Source: treehugger.com via charley on Pinterest

How about this moss? Moss Creek, Desert Island Maine

Source: bluepueblo.tumblr.com via Melody on Pinterest

If this interests you and you would like to learn more about Fungi, Moss and Lichen...the next BRFAL Chapter Basic Training for Aspiring Virginia Master Naturalists is coming up in March 2012 at The Franklin Center in Downtown Rocky Mount VA. You can get the Draft Schedule of Classes and View the Itinerary here, and get the Information Letter and Application here. If you have any questions about this upcoming basic training please send an email to: contact@brfal.org

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Mission

The Virginia Master Naturalist Program is a statewide corps of volunteers providing education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities. Interested Virginias become Master Naturalists through training and volunteer service.

Who Can Participate?

People who are curious about nature, enjoy the outdoors, and want to be a part of natural resource management and conservation in Virginia are perfect candidates to become Virginia Master Naturalists. It is open to all adults regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status.

Overview

The process for becoming a certified Virginia Master Naturalist typically takes 6 to 12 months. One starts by completing a 40 hour basic training course offered by a local chapter of the program. An additional 8 hours of advanced training are also required. An important part of the certification process is the required 40 hours of volunteer service. More information click here

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