The Missouri Master Naturalist program mixes science with service, engaging Missourians in stewardship of the state’s natural resources through science-based education and volunteer community service. The program is provided through a partnership between MDC and the University of Missouri Extension.  

The Master Naturalist core training is a 40+ hour in-depth educational program that provides adults (18+) with the knowledge and skills to become certified volunteers in area conservation efforts.  

The upcoming training with the Boone's Lick chapter (mid-Missouri / Boone County) will be a combination of online (Zoom) presentations on Thursday evenings and in-person field trips on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings (April-May).  

Three sessions will take place with the regular meetings of the Boone's Lick chapter.  

The course fee is $110.    

Course begins March 6, ends May 15. 

--Zoom sessions:  March 6, 20, 27; April 3, 17,  

--In-person sessions:  March 13*; April 10*, 12, 19, 24, 26; May 1, 3, 8*, 10, and 15  

*Boone's Lick regular chapter meeting, 1 hour of training and 1 hour of optional business meeting.  

A full schedule with dates, times, format, and topics will be sent after registration.  

Those considering this course are strongly encouraged to sign up for a free orientation / information session that will be held on February 20, 6:00 p.m., at the MU Extension office in Boone County.  

There is no fee and no commitment, but registration is required.  

Registering for the orientation is separate from registering for the full course.  

For more information and to register for the orientation, visit:  https://extension.missouri.edu/events/free-orientation-information-session-for-spring-2025-mid-mo-master-naturalist-training  

For more information about the Missouri Master Naturalist program visit: https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-master-naturalist  

Questions about this upcoming training may be directed to Becky Bohlmeyer at: beks3357@gmail.com or to Tish Johnson at the MU Extension office in Boone County, JohnsonLK@missouri.edu, (573) 445-9792.