Nebraska Master Naturalist Program

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Here's what we've accomplished in 2011
106 Certified Nebraska Master Naturalists
2150 Hours
$46,000 In On The Ground Conservation
15,000 Nebraskans Educated
34 Partners Statewide
50 Agencies and Organizations Benefit
170 Diverse Projects and Programs

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Master Naturalist Training in Grand Island/Kearney Starts in April!

The Nebraska Master Spring Training is coming up in the Grand Island and Kearney area starting April 11th, and running Saturdays from April 14th through June 2nd. Cost is $250 per person.

Thank you to all of our instructors and partners for helping us pull this all together! Nebraska Master Naturalist Fishing Program Register NOW for the Grand Island and Kearney area Nebraska Master Naturalist Certification Training on Saturdays April 14th through June 9th, 2012. Registration is $250 per person. If you are interested in getting involved, call (402) 472-8689 or visit our website at http://naturalist.unl.edu for more information.

Since 2010 more than 100 Certified Nebraska Master Naturalists have become part of an essential volunteer network dedicated to conserving Nebraska’s natural resources. Master Naturalists have impacted 42,000 Nebraskans, supported over 100 natural resource programs, and provided hours of volunteer service equating to $65,000 in conservation value to Nebraska.

Master Naturalist volunteers are leaders in their communities, teachers, students, parents, retirees, and conservation professionals. Our partnership of 34 natural resource agencies and organizations trains and awards adults volunteering in natural resource conservation, environmental education, habitat management, citizen science, and outdoor recreation in Nebraska. This expert led volunteer training consists of 60 hours of hands-on outdoor experiences in ecology and biology focused on Nebraska’s ecosystems, plants, animals, and more!

Connect to a volunteer network, resources, opportunities, and continuing education to fulfill the 20 hour annual service requirement through several online tools such as the Nebraska Nature Network at http://nebraskanaturenetwork.org.

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Here's your chance to see Nebraska's natural resources like you've never seen them before! The University of Nebraska-Lincoln, with funding from the Nebraska Environmental Trust and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, is certifying conservation volunteers through the Nebraska Master Naturalist Program!

Do you see yourself in the outdoors? You will!

The Nebraska Master Naturalist Program takes you into the field to learn hands-on about Nebraska's natural resources. This training provides an introduction to various natural resources disciplines, putting you in charge of your experience, and preparing you to become a certified conservation volunteer.

Events

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April 14Master Naturalist Monthly Meeting: Lincoln, NE
Join us for a day of amphibian fun with Dennis Ferraro, UNL Extension. We'll be meeting at the University of NE-Lincoln in Hardin Hall at 9:30am to do some Citizen Science Chytrid Fungus training.
April 11Spring Master Naturalist Training Begins!
The Spring 2012 Workshop will kick off in the Grand Island and Kearney areas in March. Stay tuned for more details as they come available. Be sure to get your application in today! Check us out on Facebook!
June 17Summer Master Naturalist Workshop
The Summer 2012 Workshop is in the planning stages, and expected to launch in June in Niobrara. Stay tuned to the website, listserv, facebook, or however you like to stay informed!

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