Minnesota Master Naturalist

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IT - Eastman Nature Center

This training is for those who wish to be Minnesota Master Naturalist Instructors. The two day training teaches how to use the curriculum materials that have been developed. Prepare to be inside and outside both during the two days. Bring your laptop and an LCD projector if you have one, this is a hands-on session! Training is FREE, but you are asked to offer, or co-sponsor a training with in a year. Educational requirements include a minimum of either a Bachelor's degree in environmental science, education, or related field; or demonstrated comparable practical experience providing environmental education programs. Instructors must work for an organization, agency, or group that places a priority on science-based environmental education and is willing to provide support for Minnesota Master Naturalist training. Instructors need a classroom and the capability to show PowerPoint slides (computer and projector) for all class sessions except the field trips.Questions? call 1-888-241-4532 Eastman Nature Center Elm Creek Park Reserve 13351 Elm Creek Road Dayton, MN 55369 763-694-7700

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Instructor Information

Amy Rager

Amy holds a BA in Elementary Education from the College of St. Scholastica and a MEd in Environmental Leadership and Learning from the University of MN. With over 30 years of experience in cooperative extension, Amy's career has been dedicated to intertwining her work with a passion for the environment. Since its inception in 2005, she has been an integral part of the Minnesota Master Naturalist program. Hailing from the Duluth area, Amy is a true native Minnesotan who has always cherished the outdoors, finding joy in sharing her love and knowledge with others.

Peggy Guiney

Andrea Lorek Strauss

I am an Extension Professor with the University of Minnesota Extension with a MSEd in Curriculum and Instruction/Outdoor Education. Since 1992 my career has focused on environmental education in various forms, including past work for the International Wolf Center in Ely, MN, the Prairie Ecology Bus Center in southwest Minnesota, and various naturalist roles in the Boston area, northern Minnesota, and New York state. Ask me about participatory science, nature interpretation, universal program design, spring ephemeral wildflowers, or anything wildlife related! And by all means, let's talk about iNaturalist! Outside of work I enjoy anything crafty -- lately I am enjoying quilting, crochet and mosaic arts -- and riding my eBike.

Dawn Bahajak

Robert Blair


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