FLORIDA MASTER NATURALIST PROGRAM

CES will offer the Wetlands module this fall on Wednesdays from Oct. 31 - Dec. 5, 2007 at the Riverwoods Field Lab in Highlands County. Download the Flyer for this training. For more information contact Loisa Kerwin at 863-462-0025. To register for this program, go to: http://conference.ifas.ufl.edu/fmnp/#fw7-20.

FMNP training is for persons interested in learning more about Florida's environment and conservation issues. The FMNP is appropriate for persons at all levels of knowledge and will benefit Florida citizens and seasonal residents, teachers seeking educational contact hours, and others wishing to increase their knowledge for use in educational programs as volunteers, employees, and ecotourism guides.

ADULT ECOTOURS

The Adult Outreach Program provides Eco-tour field workshops for groups of scientists, professionals and environmentalists, offering an opportunity to explore the Kissimmee River and learn about the on-going Restoration Project. Participants explore the biological habitats of the river and learn about the river restoration, hydrology and engineering structures. The objective of the program is to increase the awareness of adults about the complexities of water resource management and the greater Everglades restoration. Participants learn about the watershed, the biological habitats of the river, and hydrology, as well as historical and cultural components of the region.

One-day Programs include a 3 hour trip on the Kissimmee River via pontoon boat or canoe. Overnight Programs are also available.  Check out our regional partners to learn about other educational opportunities in the area. Riverwoods Field Laboratory is the perfect location for any type of educational group to hold a retreat.

If you would like more information about Adult Programs, contact Loisa Kerwin.