Texas Master Naturalist — South Plains Chapter

Texas Master Naturalist – South Plains Chapter

We are seeking individuals who want to become certified members of the South Plains Chapter. Participants will receive fundamental knowledge regarding local natural resources and habitats, and how they can be involved through volunteer service projects. Applicants accepted to attend the Basic Training will learn about our natural resources from local experts in classroom and field studies. Training is provided by educators and specialists from universities, agencies, nature centers, museums, and other organizations who donate their services.

The South Plains Chapter is dedicated to promoting environmental stewardship through outreach, education and volunteer service to benefit the surrounding communities. Our chapter is here to enhance public awareness of local environmental needs and regional natural resources. The knowledge gained provides an understanding of the rapidly growing urban population in Texas, thus increasing the awareness of conservation in the urban environment of the Lubbock area.

How to Become a Member

To become a Certified Texas Master Naturalist and member of the South Plains Chapter you must compete the following:

• 40 hours of basic training (including field studies)

• 40 Hours minimum of Volunteer Service on approved projects in the first year of the start of Basic Training (Note: you must attend at least one training class before beginning volunteer work)

• 8 Hours minimum of approved

Advanced Training in the first year of the start of the Training Session

Annual requirements to maintain active, Certified status in the South Plains Chapter are:

• 40 Hours minimum of Volunteer Service on approved projects

• 8 hours of approved Advanced Training

Announcement:

Basic Training will begin in January 2010. Contact Jackie Driskill to apply.
jackie.driskill@yahoo.com

November 14, 2009 Nature Photo Workshop, Lubbock Lake Landmark, 9:00 am -12:00 pm. Al Henderson and April Pilley will teach us valuable lessons on how to take quality photos of nature.

November 14, 2009 Regular Meeting following the workshop ( 1 p.m.). Everyone is welcome.  New members are encouraged to attend this meeting. 

~ by txlonestargal on November 6, 2009.