The “Master Naturalist Program” Sprouts For A Second Time
by Brianna Anderson, Bernalillo County Public Information Specialist
Bernalillo County – Bernalillo County Master Naturalists are volunteer educators, citizen scientists, and stewards helping to conserve and manage natural resources on Open Space. The program, being spearheaded in New Mexico, is in its second pilot year and the County is offering training this summer for incoming volunteers. The program is ideal for individuals who love the outdoors and are interested in supporting land health conservation measures. This unique and free opportunity presents participants with a wealth of knowledge, experience, and an accreditation for their resumes.
“This program is an exciting venture for our state, focusing on natural resource management and the human relationship to our local environment,” says Open Space Coordinator Colleen McRoberts. “I believe this program will help to enlightening our community by connecting citizens to the natural world, which we are intrinsically part of, while improving the environment.”
The deadline for receiving applications has been extended to April 15th. People interested in applying should go to www.bernco.gov/openspace and click on the “Master Naturalist Program” link. Applicants must be adults; at least 18 years of age, preferable have some field experience, and live within Bernalillo County. The 55 hours of hands-on field experience will be offered from June through July.
Space is limited to only 25 applicants, so apply today!