Blue Ridge Foothills & Lakes Virginia Master Naturalists: High Marks for the Pigg

Monday, May 29, 2023

High Marks for the Pigg

Even though the weather was drizzly, the Franklin County High AP Science students were really engaged in monitoring the Pigg River at Waid Park by learning and using the Izaak Walton League’s Save Our Streams protocols. Assisted by BRFAL volunteers, the students were able to collect a good number of species. Based on the number and variety of macro invertebrates they found, the river probably scored pretty well!

These types of projects are a great way for Master Naturalist volunteers to help our youth explore the natural world and build an appreciation for all its inhabitants. And it’s a lot of fun!
For more information on Save Our streams, visit their website.

-report by Nancy M.

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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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