Indian Trail Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalist encompassing Ellis and Navarro Counties will hold its volunteer training this spring. The program is cosponsored by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
The goal of the Texas Master Naturalist program is to develop knowledgeable volunteers to increase public awareness, understanding, appreciation and stewardship of our natural resources.
To become a certified Master Naturalist, trainees attend classes and participate in field trips covering such topics as geology, native plants, trees, birds, insects, snakes and amphibians, mammals and wetland and rangeland ecology. Classes are taught by recognized experts in each field and customized to focus on the native ecosystems of North Central Texas , Ellis and Navarro Counties, specifically.
In return for this training, participants provide Ellis and/or Navarro Counties with at least 40 hours of volunteer services per year in the form of educational activities, projects, outreach or service.
Training is scheduled on Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., April 12 to May 31, 2012 with two Saturday field trips. Research-based presentations typically will be offered in the mornings at the First United Methodist Church, 505 W. Marvin Ave.
The Training Program cost of $150 covers the manual, handouts, speakers and a background check. (The cost is $100 for the second family member when one handbook is shared.)
Class space is limited to 20 students. Selection criteria include: interest in the program, availability for volunteer service and commitment to stewardship of our natural resources. March 22 is the application deadline. All applicants will be notified of their status no later than March 31, 2012. Fees will be collected after acceptance notification and before the first class.
Texas Master Naturalist Chapter in Ellis and Navarro Counties
Now registering for the 2012 Spring class:
Got questions about nature–??
The 8-week training program will begin Thursday, April 12, 2012. The program including the study manual of tools and resources for conserving our natural assets is sponsored by Texas AgriLife Extension Service and Texas Parks and Wildlife. Eight classes and two field trips of required training in wildlife and natural resource management are taught by recognized experts. Topics are customized to focus on the native ecosystems of North Central Texas, Ellis and Navarro Counties. Advanced training is also available in special subjects that interest you.
Information and Application is available online: Information and Application or call 972.825.5175 or email: indiantrailmn@gmail.com
The classroom location is the First United Methodist Church, 505 W. Marvin Ave, Waxahachie Texas 75165. Classes are limited and applications are due by March 22, 2012.
