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Next Member-In-Training Class

A twelve-week course is scheduled for Spring 2027

  • Meetings will be scheduled throughout the Kerrville, Boerne, and Fredericksburg areas.
  • Most Thursday evenings from 5:30 – 8:30p requiring in person or Zoom attendance.
  • Most Saturdays from 9:00a – 3:00p and are in person only.
  • The cost of the training is $200 which includes the textbook.
  • Because we interact with the public in our volunteer work, everyone must complete a background check.

To complete the training and become a certified Master Naturalist you must

  • Complete the course
  • Volunteer at least 40 hours at approved projects within 1 year
  • Attend 8 hours of advanced training within 1 year.

The complete schedule is posted here:

Schedule – Spring 2026 New Class

Applications for Spring 2027 will be open on November 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027, or until the class is filled.

If you are interested in joining this next class, just come back on November 1 and start the application process.

Go to the Application Process

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Next Class is Spring 2027

The Spring of 2026 class is now full. If you would like more information about the Spring 2027 class or would like to be placed on the wait list, please contact [email protected]

Read about becoming a Texas Master Naturalist: https://txmn.org/hillcountry/application/

Applications for Spring 2027 will be open on November 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027, or until the class is filled.

Contact Us

Texas Master Naturalist, Hill Country Chapter
PO Box 293972
Kerrville, TX 78029

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