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The Virginia Master Naturalist (VMN) Program is a statewide corps of volunteers providing education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas in the Commonwealth. Interested Virginians become Master Naturalists through training and volunteer service offered by any of the nearly 30 chapters statewide.
Chartered in 2009 and based at Pocahontas State Park, the VMN Pocahontas Chapter offers annual training to individuals who are interested in Virginia’s woods, water, and wildlife. Chapter members become Certified Virginia Master Naturalists by completing 40 hours of volunteer service and 8 hours of continuing education annually. VMN education and training includes lectures, field trips and hands on experiences that enhance the knowledge and skills of our members in ways that are informative and fun.
VMNs work alongside local organizations to increase education and awareness of the community’s natural resources. Volunteers also provide such services as environmental education, water monitoring, wildlife data collection, and habitat restoration.
If you have an interest in nature, a love of learning and sharing knowledge, and a desire to be part of the work to benefit, maintain and protect Virginia’s natural resources, this presentation is for you. Virginia Master Naturalist Terry Lockhart offers a review of the history of Naturalists in the US and the current state of chapters supporting our environment and communities by using education, stewardship, and science-based activities.

Location

Chesterfield Baptist - Room 129/130 at Chesterfield Baptist Church