A Master Naturalist appreciates, understands and respects the natural world, and in so doing, nourishes a sense of belonging with the rest of nature. Join the Master Naturalist hybrid class this summer for a kick-off day  "Why Become a Master Naturalist?" to learn more on June 4 (9 a.m. to noon) about the Master Naturalist program, local projects and meet volunteers that care about your community. 

June 6             5:30-8:30 p.m.     Carlyle Lake Visitor Center    Introductions
June 13           5:30-8:30 p.m.     Carlyle Lake Visitor Center     Weather and Climate
June 21           9 a.m.-noon        Carlyle Lake Visitor Center     Ornithology
June 28           9 a.m.-noon.       The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center, East Alton (lunch noon to 1 p.m.)
July 11            5:30-8:30 p.m.     Carlyle Lake Visitor Center     Environmental Ethics
August 8         5:30-8:30 p.m.     Carlyle Lake Visitor Center     Forestry
August 15       5:30-8:30 p.m.     Carlyle Lake Visitor Center     Soils & Botany
August 22       5:30-8:30 p.m.     Carlyle Lake Visitor Center     Prairies
September 5   5:30-8:30 p.m.     Carlyle Lake Visitor Center     Natural World & Natural Divisions
September 7   TBD                      Cahokia Mounds                    Archeology

**If you are unable to commit to the whole training class at this time but are interested in attending a few of the sessions, please contact Makayla at 618-548-1446. Individual sessions can be taken for $10 each by those not pursuing their certification.