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2026 New Members’ Class

Classes: Our first class will be on Saturday, February 7, 2026, and our final class will be on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Classes will alternate between Saturdays and Thursdays. One week, we will meet on Saturday from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM. The next week, we will meet on Thursday, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. Locations will vary from week to week.

* A detailed class prospectus will be mailed out upon registration.

Tuition and Fees: $160

Contact: Mickey Redus, [email protected] / 832-262-5429

Click here to register!

Initial Training (40 hours) Initial training includes both classroom and field instruction.

Advanced Training (8 hours) A minimum of eight hours is required for Initial Certification. A minimum of eight hours is then required each subsequent year to retain the title Certified Master Naturalist. With many options for advanced training, you are sure to find a subject you will enjoy.

Volunteering (40 hours) A minimum of 40 hours is required for Initial Certification. A minimum of 40 hours is then required each subsequent year in order to retain the title Certified Master Naturalist. Some of our volunteer projects can be found here.

Monthly chapter meetings

The next monthly chapter meeting will be held February 5, 2026 at 6:30 pm at the Shady Meadows Shelter at Garner State Park. 

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