Texas Master Naturalist Cradle of Texas Chapter 2020 Fall Intern Training – Introduction Class August 26, 2020
Ground Rules of On-Line Training Please turn on your video so we can see Please keep your one another unless it microphone muted makes you unless speaking. uncomfortable. We’re on - line. Feel free to step out Use the chat box for and deal with questions and an issue. comments. We’ll be watching!
Agenda Time Topic Presenter 9:00 – 9:30 Welcome and Intern Introductions Mary Schwartz, New Class Director 9:30 – 10:00 Chapter Overview Bill Ahlstrom, Chapter President 10:00 – 10:10 Break 10:10 – 10:30 Training Requirements, Curriculum, Field Book, Mary Schwartz, New Class Director Intern Badges 10:30 – 11:30 Scientific Method and Citizen Science Projects Marty Cornell, Certified Master Naturalist 11:30 – 11:40 Break 11:40 – 11:55 Volunteer Opportunities Mary Schwartz, New Class Director 11:55 – 12:25 Volunteer Management System (VMS) Dave Brandes, VMS Coordinator 12:25 – 12:35 Break 12:35 – 1:00 Intern Biographies, Field Trips and What to Bring, Mary Schwartz, New Class Director Wrap Up
Training Team Introductions State your name and class Melanie Hollenshead Kathy Pittman Kyle Purvis Jimmy Salinas Luanne Salinas Regina Tippett
Intern Introductions Name Where you live – e.g. Pearland, Lake Jackson, etc. Occupation Why are you interested in becoming a Master Naturalist? What do you expect to get out of this training?
Training Requirements To become a Master Naturalist requires: 40 hours of combined classroom and field training, During this time, the trainees are referred to as interns. Not missing more than 2 classes per chapter requirements, The training program has a built-in make-up class – there are 11 classes. Completion of this initial training within 15 months of beginning it, Graduating from the class and receiving a green polo shirt and name badge. Paying chapter dues which are included in the training fee for the current year.
Certification Requirements A Master Naturalist is expected to become a certified Master Naturalist To be certified, a Master Naturalist must complete 40 hours of volunteer time and 8 hours of advanced training. These requirements may be accomplished concurrently with the initial training or within 15 months of graduation. Upon meeting the certification requirements, the Master Naturalist will receive the State’s dragonfly pin and a certificate. Each subsequent year, a Master Naturalist is expected to re-certify by completing 40 hours of volunteer time and 8 hours of advanced training. The Master Naturalist will be awarded a service pin at that time. Service pins are different from year to year. There are also milestone pins such as 500 hours, 1000, 2500, etc. of service that are awarded.
Curriculum You will receive a curriculum book that this training is based upon. You will be assigned a Unit to read prior to each class. The units are identified on the training schedule. You will receive a field journal for documenting your observations in the field. You will receive a temporary name tag that is to be worn during all field trips and volunteer activities.
Intern Biographies We would like to write a small biography to put into the chapter newsletter for September.
What to Bring on Field Trips
What to Bring on Field Trips
What to Expect A typical class will consist of: Lecture done virtually. The lecture will last approximately 2 hours. A field trip. Most field trips will be done in-person so we will allow for travel time to the field trip location. There may be one or two virtual field trips. Plan on a class day lasting from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Bring your supplies with you along with snacks, drinks, etc. Plan to ask questions and have fun!
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