Our next training class will in the Spring of 2012 starting March 10th and ending May 5th.
The 2012 Master Naturalist training classes are scheduled to begin on Saturday March 10, 2012 and continue on Saturdays until May 5, 2012. The training will
include classes and field exercises and will start at 9:00 AM and end between 3-4 PM. The classes are open to residents of Hood, Johnson, and Somervell Counties,
however we will accept students form the surrounding counties as well.
The fee is $100.00 and this covers the class materials, instruction fees, and a training manual.
For more information contact
Robert Theimer, 817-641-2457
rlnatheimer@sbcglobal.net
2012 Training Class Flyer - PDF Format
2012 Training Class Dates and Locations Summary - PDF format
2012 Training Class Registration Form - PDF format
Class of 2011
Class of 2010
For information on our next class contact
Robert Theimer - rlnatheimer@sbcglobal.net
The Master Naturalist initial training is a series of classes designed to educate participants on the Texas environment from archaeology to weather and dragonflies to wildflowers.
It is being offered as a series of classes with a total of about 50 hours of training. The classes are normally offered on weekday evenings and Saturdays, however there may be adjustments
due to instructor's schedules. The program trains the public to become volunteers in area parks, recreation programs and environmental efforts in Hood, Johnson and Somervell counties in a program sponsored statewide by Texas Parks and Wildlife and the Texas Extension Cooperative.
To become a Certified Master Naturalist participants will be required to volunteer 40 hours and take eight additional hours of advanced training during the year following the initial training. The cost for the training program is $100 and includes the purchase of a 700-page manual. Couples may take the class for a $165 fee and will share a manual. Training sessions will involve both lectures and field work. Participants are encouraged to bring a sack lunch. Classes and field trips will be held at various locations throughout the three counties and beyond.
The chapter works with several city, county and state agencies and regional nature areas including Fossil Rim, the Acton Nature Center, Botanical Research Institute of Texas, Texas Forest Service, and Cleburne and Dinosaur Valley State Parks.
Those interested in becoming a Master Naturalists and taking the training program can contact Robert Theimer at 817 641-2457 or “rlnatheimer@sbcglobal.net”.
