Blue Ridge Foothills & Lakes Virginia Master Naturalists: Wildflower Walk BTWNM

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Wildflower Walk BTWNM

On 5/15, BRFAL members and trainees participated in a spring wildflower walk along the Booker T Washington National Monument Jack O’ Lantern Branch Trail. Bob Pohlad enthusiastically shared his vast knowledge of all things botany as he led the group in discussion and discovery.

B Pohlad, Professor Emeritus Ferrum College

Showy orchis, Galearis spectabilis

Wild phlox, Phlox divaricata

Enthusiasm is contagious!

See that tiny structure?

Wild Ginger, Asarum canadense

Diligent learners!

This was a great occasion for new learning and review! Thank you, Bob, for your time, expertise and good humor.

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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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