The mission of the Montana Natural History Center is to promote and cultivate the appreciation, understanding and stewardship of nature through education. MNHC is a non-profit organization founded in 1991 by a group of educators who had the vision to create a natural history center as a resource for schools and the public. Originally housed on the University of Montana campus, MNHC continued to grow and outgrow its rented space at Fort Missoula. In 2004, MNHC purchased its first home at 120 Hickory Street, at the edge of McCormick Park in the heart of Missoula.
Take your naturalist skills to the next level with our Field Master Naturalist Weekend Program! During these two-day courses, we’ll devote our time to practicing core identification skills, in the field, under the guidance of experienced naturalists. Join us for a fantastic naturalist experience in Montana’s beautiful landscapes!
Field Master Naturalist Weekend: Plants
Thursday, May 17, 5:30-6:30pm – introduction & weekend overview
Saturday-Sunday, May 19-20, 8am-4pm Instructors: Greg Peters & Brian Williams
Field Master Naturalist Weekend: Birds
Thursday, June 7, 5:30-6:30pm – introduction & weekend overview
Saturday-Sunday, June 9-10, 7am-4pm Instructors: Charles Miller & Brian Williams
NOTE: These are not beginner/introductory classes! If not Master Naturalists, attendees must have an intermediate knowledge of Montana native plants and experience using a dichotomous key for the May field weekend, and intermediate knowledge of bird identification and experience using a field guide for the June field weekend.
To Register: Call 327.0405 during business hours. Cost for each Field Master Naturalist Weekend is $135 for non-members; $120 for MNHC members. Full payment due on registration.
In preparation for a full summer of botanizing, we are offering a quick course designed to increase your skill in identifying native wildflowers.
You will practice using a key, learn tips for recognizing flowering and not-quite-yet flowering native plants, and discover the differences between plant orders.
Enjoy the gardens, learn from the experts, and get outside all summer with new knowledge.
Date: Thursday, May 24th Time: 5:30pm– 7:30pm Cost: $5 suggested donation, MNHC members free
