The application window for the 2026 Training Program has closed. The 2027 window will open in Fall 2026.
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The application window for the 2026 New Class Training will be open from October 1st – 15th.
Applications are now OPEN for the 2026 Texas Master Naturalist Blackland Prairie Chapter training class. Gain in-depth knowledge about the unique flora and fauna of the Blackland Prairie ecosystem. The application deadline is October 15, 2025.
Apply to the 2026 Training Program
Nancy Casillas, New Class Director The application window for the 2026 Training Program will open on October 1, 2025. Until then, here are steps you can take: Remember that while… Read More →
The application window for the 2025 New Class Training has closed.
Nancy Casillas, New Class Director The application window for the 2025 New Class Training has closed. If you would like to be placed on the “Interested” list, add your name… Read More →
The application window for the 2025 New Class Training will be open from October 1st – 15th. – October 1st Post
The application window for the 2025 New Class Training will be open from October 1st – 15th. Apply HERE. Please note: We receive many more applications than we have spaces… Read More →
The application window for the 2025 New Class Training will be October 1st – 15th.
The application window for the 2025 New Class Training will be October 1st – 15th. Until that time, you can preview the application questions. (The actual application form link will… Read More →
Our Tribe’s Fortune: Bronze 250 Hours – Renee Dowhaniuk
Renee Dowhaniuk, Class of 2023 – “Being a Master Naturalist is like being a chef, your dish may be a little different than the next person. You will add a little bit of spice, unique to you and make your mission uniquely you.”
Aquatics class at Connemara Meadow Preserve – June 3, 2023
Vicki Sanders, 2022 – On Saturday, June 3, members of the 2023 BPTMN Class joined LuAnne Ray for a “make-up” class on Aquatics in Connemara Meadow.
Blackland Prairie Chapter Class of 2022
Charlise Hill-Larson, 2019 & 2020-21 Vice President – Welcome and Congratulations to the Class of 2022 Blackland Prairie Master Naturalists.
Our Tribe’s Fortune 250 Hours – Tasha Patterson
Tasha Patterson, 2020 and 2021 Class Representative – I also do first Saturday trail guiding at Blackland Prairie Raptor Center. My favorite thing about being a part of the BPTMN is that every single person I have encountered is willing to share their knowledge and passion to help me grow in my pursuits.