Course Registration
NWGL - International Wolf Center
This course will be taught in one week's time in the beautiful north woods!
Register on this website for course fees only. See below for lodging link.
Course fee is 200.00.
Scholarships available call 1-888-241-4532 or download form and send in via email.
Minnesota Master Naturalist Course
June 14 to June 19, 2010
Partnerships
The Minnesota Master Naturalist program is a collaboration between the University of Minnesota Extension, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and is supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation.
The International Wolf Center is hosting and teaching this course to encourage and support conservation of wildland areas.
Description
Do you enjoy learning about the natural world, sharing that knowledge with others and supporting conservation? If so, becoming a Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer is for you! The Minnesota Master Naturalist Program is designed to teach adult participants about natural and cultural history of the three major biomes of Minnesota. This class will focus on the northern biome curriculum: Northwoods, Great Lakes.
The Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Training Course consists of 40 hours of in-classroom training. The classroom training includes a variety of teaching methods—lectures, Power Points, hands-on activities, videos, and field trips that provide the participants with information on Minnesota's natural history.
For those who wish to continue as a Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer, students will be expected to complete 40 hours of volunteer service per year to be considered an active Master Naturalist.
For those who simply wish to add to their understanding of Minnesota's ecology, this is an excellent opportunity to meet other like-minded people, gain continuing education credit or to just have fun while learning!
You do not have to be a Minnesota resident to take this course.
Program Objectives
* Increase your knowledge of Minnesota's natural and cultural history
* Develop your ability to convey this knowledge in a variety of educational settings and to a variety of audiences
* Promote your ability to serve as a steward of the land
* Help you become more informed, concerned, and proactive about the natural environment
* Support your growth as a life-long and self-directed learner
This program offers a variety of benefits to all involved:
* Support conservation efforts throughout Minnesota
* Join a statewide network of trained volunteers in environmental education, interpretation, and service
* Support and assistance from Master Naturalist staff
* Opportunities for personal and professional growth
* The thrill of being a trend-setter
* Three locally-taught courses that correspond to Minnesota's three major ecosystems
Lodging is separate from the $200.00 program fee.
Lodging Information close to Wolf Center:
Super 8 Motel
1605 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-2873
Adventure Inn of Ely Inc
1145 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-3140
Motel Ely Budget Host
1047 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-3237
Paddle Inn
1314 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6036
Course Dates:
Meeting from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on:
- Monday, June 14, 2010
- Tuesday, June 15, 2010
- Wednesday, June 16, 2010
- Thursday, June 17, 2010
- Friday, June 18, 2010
Instructor Information
Tara Johnson is the Program Specialist at the International Wolf Center in Ely, MN. There she teaches, develops curriculum and mentors in the internship program. Prior to working at the IWC, she was a classroom teacher for six years teaching 1st, 2nd and 6th grades. To learn more about wolves or the International Wolf Center visit their website at www.wolf.org.
Sponsor Information
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