Master Naturalist program volunteers shall at all times:
1. Uphold the Commitment made to the program and the required volunteer and advanced training hours required by the program
2. Uphold the dignity and integrity of the Master Naturalist program. They shall endeavor to avoid even the suspicion of dishonesty, fraud, deceit, misrepresentation, or unprofessional demeanor
3. Conduct themselves appropriately to context and setting at all times
4. Be considerate and respect other’s points of view.
5. Keep accurate records of volunteer service, training and research, and regularly notify your local chapter of these records
6. Avoid performing service when such service is judged to be contrary to the Code of Ethics or detrimental to the well-being of the program and its sponsors
7. Provide maximum possible effort in the best interest of each client and/or volunteer project regardless of the degree of remuneration
8. Be mindful of their responsibility to society and the program
9. Studiously avoid discrimination in any form, or the abuse of program authority, certification, or membership for personal satisfaction. Avoid advocacy, lobbying, or promoting political issues
10. Cooperate fully with professionals and other Master Naturalist volunteers in the best interest of our natural resources
11. Refrain from advertising in a self-laudatory manner, beyond statements intended to inform prospective clients or members of qualifications, or in a manner detrimental to the Master Naturalist program and its volunteers
12. Avoid all use of alcohol and controlled substances while on duty as a Master Naturalist volunteer. Reporting for service while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance will result in termination from volunteer service
13. Accept responsibility for decisions made and actions taken based on these decisions
14. When in doubt, the safe course should always be taken