Blue Ridge Foothills & Lakes Virginia Master Naturalists: Photo of the Day: Master Naturalist in Training

Sunday, November 25, 2018

Photo of the Day: Master Naturalist in Training

Thanks, Warren Clark, for the photo of the day: Master naturalist doing what we all like best, encouraging others to enjoy the natural world.

On the trail

Warren and his grandson, Caleb, are exploring a trail at Carvins Cove where Caleb is trying out his new walking stick. Beautiful!

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Rich BragerNovember 26, 2018 at 4:27 PM
One hard hat, one hard head, lol!
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About The Virginia Master Naturalist Program

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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Sunday, November 25, 2018

Photo of the Day: Master Naturalist in Training

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