CLW Master Naturalist Training
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The University of Illinois Extension—Master Naturalist Program is designed for adults of any age that desire the opportunity to learn about and positively impact our local environment.
The goal of the program is not to teach you "everything there is to know" about the subjects being covered, but to give you an engaging exposure to the natural world--one that encourages you to seek out lifelong learning opportunities to further your development as a naturalist.
Registration for the full training includes the Illinois Master Naturalist Guide, program supplies, resources, guest speakers, and hands-on experiences with area experts. You may also register for individual sessions for personal or professional development. Please contact msedig@illinois.edu with any questions or concerns about the program fee.
Date | Time | Topic | Location | Address
8/02/2025 | 9am-11am | Introduction to the Master Naturalist Program | Whiteside County Extension Office | 12923 Lawrence Rd. Sterling, IL 61081
8/09/2025 | 9am-12pm | Natural Divisions: The Biogeography of Illinois | Whiteside County Extension Office and travel to Thomson Fulton Sand Prairie | 12923 Lawrence Rd. Sterling, IL 61081
08/16/2025 | 9am-12pm | Botany | Sauk Valley Community College - Greenhouse | 173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021
08/23/2025 | 9am-4pm | Art of Interpretation and Teaching | Whiteside County Extension Office | 12923 Lawrence Rd. Stelring, IL 61081
08/30/2025 | 9am-12pm | Ornithology | Amboy Marsh Nature Preserve | 1701 Morman Rd, Amboy, IL 61310
09/06/2025 | 9am-12pm | Understanding Prairie | Lake Carroll |
09/13/2025 | 9am-12pm | Forests of Illinois | Franklin Creek State Natural Area | 1893 Twist Rd, Franklin Grove, IL 61031
09/13/2025 | 1pm-4pm | Herpetology | TNC Nachusa Grasslands | 8772 S Lowden Rd, Franklin Grove, IL 61031
09/27/2025 | 9am-4pm | Flowing Water - Illinois' Streams and Rivers | TBD - Whiteside County |
10/04/2025 | 9am-12pm | Soils of Illinois | TBD - Carroll or Whiteside County |