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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.
  • A weekday evening 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 will be around $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.

To get an idea of the kind of schedule you can expect please see the schedule for the Spring 2026 class that 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.

We would love to hear from you if you are interested in the class. Please complete this form and our Membership Director will be in touch.

We will post a link to the application process for the Spring 2027 class on this page on November 1, 2026. If you are interested in joining this next class, just come back to this page on November 1 and start the application process.

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

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