Blue Ridge Foothills & Lakes Virginia Master Naturalists: Well deserved recognition

Monday, October 14, 2019

Well deserved recognition

Two longstanding members of BRFAL were recognized at the August 25 summer picnic. Guy Buford and Don Kelso were designated, by action of the Board, as the first lifetime members of BRFAL. Both Guy and Don were essential to the formation of the chapter, ensuring the necessary structure, education and continuing development led to the group meeting all requirements of Virginia Master Naturalist Program. Since then Guy and Don continue to contribute greatly to BRFAL’s success.

Thank you for your service to Virginia Master Naturalists, BRFAL and our community!

Guy Buford, Lifetime BRFAL Member

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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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