COVID-19 / Coronavirus Updates:
- Due to the COVID-19 / Coronavirus, we have decided to post-pone our Basic Training class through April 17, 2020. This means that the March 24 and April 7 classes will need to be rescheduled and the March 28 and April 4 field trips will need to be rescheduled. Graduation will also need to be rescheduled. So, if you signed up to attend one of those classes or field trips, please do not attend. We will keep the entire chapter updated on the new schedule and contact those of you who signed up with the new dates.
- Additional postponements or cancellations will be announced here as decisions are made.
Volunteer educators, citizen scientists, and stewards helping Virginia conserve and manage natural resources
The Historic Southside Chapter is currently conducting the 2020 Basic Training Class
Please read over the information given below as you consider joining the 2021 Basic Training program - the first step in becoming a Virginia Master Naturalist
Training to become a Virginia Master Naturalist consists of what amounts to a semester's worth of college level courses taught by local professionals and professors, all experts in their fields. If you have never taken a college course, don't be intimidated; our speakers welcome all questions! If you have taken courses in these subjects, they are all great refreshers!
Each January we begin with a Meet-n-Greet event to fully explain the commitment involved in becoming a Virginia Master Naturalist and to provide trainees a time to meet chapter members and learn about the current projects of the Chapter. Training classes typically begin in early February and meet every other week through May.
Check out the 2020 training schedule listed below.
Each January we begin with a Meet-n-Greet event to fully explain the commitment involved in becoming a Virginia Master Naturalist and to provide trainees a time to meet chapter members and learn about the current projects of the Chapter. Training classes typically begin in early February and meet every other week through May.
Check out the 2020 training schedule listed below.
Cohort VII Graduates
Birding at Chippokes Plantation State Park
Each year the application period for the coming year is from November to January. Since the class number is limited, you are encouraged to apply early. Your application and payment are needed to reserve your seat. The application form is given below. Once your application has been accepted, you will be notified as soon as possible. We look forward to assisting you in expanding your knowledge of our natural world and joining us in our efforts to improve our local environment.
A fee of $125 or $190/couple covers the cost of materials and expenses for the classroom series and field trips. There is no cost for instruction. The fee includes many wonderful nature field guides and books to use for a lifetime of nature observation and work.
The basic training classes are held at the Isle of Wight County Cooperative Extension Office behind the Isle of Wight County courthouse complex (17100 Monument Circle, Ste. B, Isle of Wight, VA). If you would like more information contact the Isle of Wight Cooperative Extension Office at 757-365-6261 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Additional Information can be found on the web www.virginiamasternaturalist.org.
The application consists of two components, the application itself and a questionnaire. As you prepare to apply, you will want to read this training program information.
A fee of $125 or $190/couple covers the cost of materials and expenses for the classroom series and field trips. There is no cost for instruction. The fee includes many wonderful nature field guides and books to use for a lifetime of nature observation and work.
The basic training classes are held at the Isle of Wight County Cooperative Extension Office behind the Isle of Wight County courthouse complex (17100 Monument Circle, Ste. B, Isle of Wight, VA). If you would like more information contact the Isle of Wight Cooperative Extension Office at 757-365-6261 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Additional Information can be found on the web www.virginiamasternaturalist.org.
The application consists of two components, the application itself and a questionnaire. As you prepare to apply, you will want to read this training program information.
Virginia Master Naturalist
Historic Southside Chapter
Basic Training and Field Trip Schedule
for Class of Spring, 2020, Cohort IX
Historic Southside Chapter
Basic Training and Field Trip Schedule
for Class of Spring, 2020, Cohort IX
The Virginia Master Naturalist program is open to all, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
