Do you listen to bird songs and wonder who's singing?
Do you find rocks in your garden and want to know about how they are formed?
Do you gaze at the hazy blue of the far-off ridges and want to explore their beauty?
Do you find rocks in your garden and want to know about how they are formed?
Do you gaze at the hazy blue of the far-off ridges and want to explore their beauty?
Virginia Master Naturalists channel their curiosity and passion for the natural
world into volunteer service through the state certification process.
Certification through the Shenandoah Chapter requires:
world into volunteer service through the state certification process.
Certification through the Shenandoah Chapter requires:
Basic Training
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Advanced Training
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Volunteer Service
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Do you want to join our chapter?
To start your journey as a Virginia Master Naturalist, prospective members should apply for the Basic Training Course which is offered each Spring by the
Shenandoah Chapter at Blandy Experimental Farm and State Arboretum.
Shenandoah Chapter at Blandy Experimental Farm and State Arboretum.
Details & Past Course Schedule
The Basic Training Program runs mid-March through late May. In the past, classes have been held on Wednesday evenings from 6 - 9 PM and on Saturdays from 9 AM - 2 PM. Wednesday evening classes have been held at Blandy Experimental Farm and State Arboretum of Virginia located on Route 50 just east of Route 340. Saturday field work classes have been held at Blandy and other locations.
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How to Apply
Applications for the next Basic Training Course will become available in mid-December. For more information about the course please contact Alex Newhart at ShenandoahVMN@gmail.com or call 540-837-1626.
After they become available, applications will be accepted through early February. A limited number of full and partial scholarships are available. |