LINCOLN, Neb. – Become a certified Nebraska master naturalist at one of four training sessions around the state. Certified naturalists will join a network of conservation volunteers, experience exciting educational and volunteer opportunities with conservation organizations and share their passion for the outdoors.
Topics will include Nebraska ecosystems, plants, animals, interpretation, outdoor skills, natural history and conservation.
Training sessions are: June 16-22 – Niobrara Valley Preserve near Ainsworth, July 14-20 – Pioneers Park and Spring Creek near Lincoln, Aug. 10-16 – Fort Robinson State Park near Crawford, and Sept. 8-14 – Niobrara Valley Preserve near Ainsworth.
To learn more, visit http://NATURALIST.unl.edu. Register by calling 308-382-1820 or e-mailing MasterNaturalistTrainings@gmail.com. Registration is $250. Room and board is available.