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The Louisiana Master Naturalists of Greater Baton Rouge (LMNGBR) program exists to advance awareness, understanding and stewardship of the natural environment by developing a corps of well-informed citizen volunteers dedicated to conservation education and service within their communities.
Once certified, Louisiana Master Naturalists of Greater Baton Rouge are expected to volunteer and continue to learn.
You must be 18 years or older to apply. Incomplete registration forms will not be accepted. Submitting a registration form does not guarantee you a position in the course and is based on competitive enrollment. Acceptance into the LMNGBR program will be based on your answers in the application below. Your payment for $250.00 will be held until you are accepted into the program.
The course fee must be submitted by check or PayPal with the application but checks will be held until you are accepted into the program. Watch your email for confirmation that we have received your application and for further instructions.
COURSE INFORMATION
You will be required to pay a $250.00 course fee, which covers the cost of the course ($225.00) and the annual membership dues for LMNGBR ($25.00). We would like everyone to have the opportunity to become a member of our organization and believe that finances should not limit your decision to become a LMNGBR member. If you believe that you have a financial need, please send an email to [email protected] and ask to apply for our tuition scholarship.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Acceptance into the Louisiana Master Naturalists of Greater Baton Rouge program is based on your interest and qualifications. Training is limited to 20 individuals per course. Individuals will be accepted based on competitive enrollment.
To earn certification as a Louisiana Master Naturalist of Greater Baton Rouge, participants must satisfactorily complete the course requirements. You must attend 8 of the 10 workshops within two consecutive semesters to graduate. You must also complete a final project which can be either an individual or group project. This final project allows students to take their training to the highest level by synthesizing information into an interpretive product using the skills and training they receive in the class. Instructors will help guide you through the process. This will need to be completed by the end of the semester.
All workshops will be on weekends and will cover the following topics: orientation, arthropods & nocturnal naturalist, amphibians, reptiles, birds, aquatic ecology, plants, forest ecology, river dynamics, and mammals. Classes are spread out as much as possible.
Workshop locations will vary, usually beginning with a classroom portion and then moving to another location such as a park or conservation area for the outdoor lab portion of the workshop. The arthropods and nocturnal naturalist workshops are held the same weekend and include an overnight stay at Allen Acres Bed & Breakfast in Pitkin, Louisiana at no additional charge to you. You are not required to stay the night and may drive to the class each day, if desired. Don't miss this one!
To maintain certification, the individual must complete 20 hours of volunteer service and 10 hours of continuing education in the field of natural history OR a 30-hour service project annually as approved by LMNGBR. Annual membership dues of $25.00 are also required. The title “Louisiana Master Naturalist” is not to be used for any purposes not expressly approved by LMNGBR.
Please note: The course is constantly being evaluated to ensure the best possible learning experience for you. While we do not anticipate any changes, course content and dates may be modified to achieve that goal; sufficient prior notification will be ensured should changes be necessary.
LMNGBR membership is open to any individual who has successfully completed the LMNGBR training program and maintains the annual requirements.
BACKGROUND CHECK
LMNGBR reserves the right to perform an online background check.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Participants are expected to uphold high standards that ensure the safety and well-being of the LMNGBR, its affiliates, their staffs, volunteers and clients. Participants will uphold all individuals’ rights to dignity, self-development and self-direction. Participants are expected to respect, adhere to and enforce the rules, policies and guidelines set forth by the LMNGBR and its affiliates and any programs to which they are specifically assigned. Participants are charged with performing their duties in a safe, responsible and timely manner.
PREPARATION
While participating in these workshops, please be aware that many activities take place outside in various weather conditions with extended periods of standing or walking. You may be exposed to biting insects, extreme temperatures, slippery surfaces, etc. We recommend that you, at a minimum, acquire the following protective gear before training: hiking boots/trail shoes, rain gear, breathable outdoor clothing, sun protection, insect repellent, and a reusable water bottle. These items are not provided by LMNGBR.
Thanks for reading!!!!
Click here to get a paper form to mail instead.
Questions? Email [email protected]>>>
The Louisiana Master Naturalists of Greater Baton Rouge (LMNGBR) program exists to advance awareness, understanding and stewardship of the natural environment by developing a corps of well-informed citizen volunteers dedicated to conservation education and service within their communities.
Once certified, Louisiana Master Naturalists of Greater Baton Rouge are expected to volunteer and continue to learn.
You must be 18 years or older to apply. Incomplete registration forms will not be accepted. Submitting a registration form does not guarantee you a position in the course and is based on competitive enrollment. Acceptance into the LMNGBR program will be based on your answers in the application below. Your payment for $250.00 will be held until you are accepted into the program.
The course fee must be submitted by check or PayPal with the application but checks will be held until you are accepted into the program. Watch your email for confirmation that we have received your application and for further instructions.
COURSE INFORMATION
You will be required to pay a $250.00 course fee, which covers the cost of the course ($225.00) and the annual membership dues for LMNGBR ($25.00). We would like everyone to have the opportunity to become a member of our organization and believe that finances should not limit your decision to become a LMNGBR member. If you believe that you have a financial need, please send an email to [email protected] and ask to apply for our tuition scholarship.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Acceptance into the Louisiana Master Naturalists of Greater Baton Rouge program is based on your interest and qualifications. Training is limited to 20 individuals per course. Individuals will be accepted based on competitive enrollment.
To earn certification as a Louisiana Master Naturalist of Greater Baton Rouge, participants must satisfactorily complete the course requirements. You must attend 8 of the 10 workshops within two consecutive semesters to graduate. You must also complete a final project which can be either an individual or group project. This final project allows students to take their training to the highest level by synthesizing information into an interpretive product using the skills and training they receive in the class. Instructors will help guide you through the process. This will need to be completed by the end of the semester.
All workshops will be on weekends and will cover the following topics: orientation, arthropods & nocturnal naturalist, amphibians, reptiles, birds, aquatic ecology, plants, forest ecology, river dynamics, and mammals. Classes are spread out as much as possible.
Workshop locations will vary, usually beginning with a classroom portion and then moving to another location such as a park or conservation area for the outdoor lab portion of the workshop. The arthropods and nocturnal naturalist workshops are held the same weekend and include an overnight stay at Allen Acres Bed & Breakfast in Pitkin, Louisiana at no additional charge to you. You are not required to stay the night and may drive to the class each day, if desired. Don't miss this one!
To maintain certification, the individual must complete 20 hours of volunteer service and 10 hours of continuing education in the field of natural history OR a 30-hour service project annually as approved by LMNGBR. Annual membership dues of $25.00 are also required. The title “Louisiana Master Naturalist” is not to be used for any purposes not expressly approved by LMNGBR.
Please note: The course is constantly being evaluated to ensure the best possible learning experience for you. While we do not anticipate any changes, course content and dates may be modified to achieve that goal; sufficient prior notification will be ensured should changes be necessary.
LMNGBR membership is open to any individual who has successfully completed the LMNGBR training program and maintains the annual requirements.
BACKGROUND CHECK
LMNGBR reserves the right to perform an online background check.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Participants are expected to uphold high standards that ensure the safety and well-being of the LMNGBR, its affiliates, their staffs, volunteers and clients. Participants will uphold all individuals’ rights to dignity, self-development and self-direction. Participants are expected to respect, adhere to and enforce the rules, policies and guidelines set forth by the LMNGBR and its affiliates and any programs to which they are specifically assigned. Participants are charged with performing their duties in a safe, responsible and timely manner.
PREPARATION
While participating in these workshops, please be aware that many activities take place outside in various weather conditions with extended periods of standing or walking. You may be exposed to biting insects, extreme temperatures, slippery surfaces, etc. We recommend that you, at a minimum, acquire the following protective gear before training: hiking boots/trail shoes, rain gear, breathable outdoor clothing, sun protection, insect repellent, and a reusable water bottle. These items are not provided by LMNGBR.
Thanks for reading!!!!
LMNGBR Application Form
LMNGBR is a volunteer-run organization. We work for free and we want to ensure we have enthusiastic, committed members who will get the most out of the course!
Please fill out the following form to apply. Rather get a paper form and mail in a check? Go here>>>
You will be prompted to pay the registration fee after you submit the form. If you want to pay later then you do not have to submit the form again.
Click here to go directly to the payment page.
Please fill out the following form to apply. Rather get a paper form and mail in a check? Go here>>>
You will be prompted to pay the registration fee after you submit the form. If you want to pay later then you do not have to submit the form again.
Click here to go directly to the payment page.