• Virtual Naturalist Book Club #1

    Virtual Zoom Classroom

    Date: Monthly, on the second Tuesday of the month  Time: 6:30 p.m. Location/Platform: Virtual Zoom Classroom The only thing better than reading a fascinating natural history book (and there are so many of them!) is getting to discuss it with a wonderful group of like-minded people. We can help you do that! Join one of […]

    free
  • Nature Journal Book Binding

    Montana Natural History Center

    Date: Saturday, November 16 Time: 1:00-3:00 p.m. Location: Montana Natural History Center Cost: $20 MNHC members, $25 non-members REGISTER HERE! Create a blank nature journal with simple Japanese-style stitch binding. Nature Journals record our observations, reflections, and natural phenomena. And they are works of art in their own right. Accentuate this role of 'journal as art piece' by choosing […]

    $20 – $25
  • miniNaturalist Pre-K Program

    miniNaturalist Pre-K Program
    Montana Natural History Center

    The miniNaturalist pre-K program encourages curiosity for the natural world. Dates: Every Monday, September – May Time: 10:00-11:00 am Location: Montana Natural History Center, 120 Hickory Street. The miniNaturalist program encourages curiosity for the natural world through exploration and play. We sing songs, read books, play games, and develop skills with art and science tools. […]

    Free
  • Online Field Notes Writing Workshop, 6-Part Class

    Field Notes Writing Workshop, 6-Part Class
    Virtual Zoom Classroom

    Location: Virtual Classroom on Zoom Dates: Tuesdays, November 5, 12, 19, 26, and December 3 and 10 Time: 10:00-11:30 a.m. Explore various forms of nature writing, then research and write your own Field Note during this online, workshop-based six-part class! Instructors: Allison De Jong, writer, naturalist, and editor of Montana Naturalist magazine and Field Notes on Montana Public Radio Drew Lefebvre, naturalist, writer, and […]

    $175 – $195
  • Fall 2024 Online Master Naturalist Course

    Fall 2024 Online Master Naturalist Course
    Virtual Zoom Classroom

    Are you a self-directed, curious learner, eager to explore your natural surroundings? Our immersive online certification course will help you develop naturalist skills and a deeper understanding of the natural world through a blend of live online classes, recorded lectures, guided independent study, and an in-person field weekend. Fall Online Certification Course 2024 Tuesdays, September […]

  • Naturalist Trivia Night!

    Montana Natural History Center

    Date: November 21, 2024 Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Location: Montana Natural History Center Show off your skills or come to learn something new—trivia nights are fun for any background level. Join a team when you arrive or bring a crew to compete in Naturalist Trivia Night. The night's theme is geology/geography. MNHC teaching […]

    FREE
  • Exhibit Opening: The Salmonfly Project

    Montana Natural History Center

    Location: The Montana Natural History Center Dates: November 22, 2024 Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. This is a FREE event. We are excited to invite you to the opening of our latest exhibit! Join us Friday, November 22nd from 5 – 7 pm as we officially open our newest Naturalist Field Station feature: The […]

  • Saturday Kids’ Activities: Moths vs. Butterflies!

    Montana Natural History Center

    Date: Saturday, November 23 Time: 10:30-3:00 p.m. Location: Montana Natural History Center Cost: Free with membership / cost of admission Join us for exciting and educational Saturdays filled with delightful activities designed to captivate young minds and inspire a love for nature! These drop-in programs feature activities, art, science experiments, and more. Stop in anytime during 10:30-3:00 for […]

    FREE
  • miniNaturalist Pre-K Program

    miniNaturalist Pre-K Program
    Montana Natural History Center

    The miniNaturalist pre-K program encourages curiosity for the natural world. Dates: Every Monday, September – May Time: 10:00-11:00 am Location: Montana Natural History Center, 120 Hickory Street. The miniNaturalist program encourages curiosity for the natural world through exploration and play. We sing songs, read books, play games, and develop skills with art and science tools. […]

    Free
  • Online Field Notes Writing Workshop, 6-Part Class

    Field Notes Writing Workshop, 6-Part Class
    Virtual Zoom Classroom

    Location: Virtual Classroom on Zoom Dates: Tuesdays, November 5, 12, 19, 26, and December 3 and 10 Time: 10:00-11:30 a.m. Explore various forms of nature writing, then research and write your own Field Note during this online, workshop-based six-part class! Instructors: Allison De Jong, writer, naturalist, and editor of Montana Naturalist magazine and Field Notes on Montana Public Radio Drew Lefebvre, naturalist, writer, and […]

    $175 – $195
  • Scavengers Photography Club

    Scavengers Photography Club
    Montana Natural History Center

    Dates: Last Thursday of the month* Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Location: Montana Natural History Center Come find community and inspiration for your nature photography passion at our Scavengers Photography Club! Everyone is welcome - hobbyists, enthusiasts, professionals, and new beginners! Peggy Christian, artist, author, and Master Naturalist, hosts this unique club. At each session we will […]

    FREE
  • miniNaturalist Pre-K Program

    miniNaturalist Pre-K Program
    Montana Natural History Center

    The miniNaturalist pre-K program encourages curiosity for the natural world. Dates: Every Monday, September – May Time: 10:00-11:00 am Location: Montana Natural History Center, 120 Hickory Street. The miniNaturalist program encourages curiosity for the natural world through exploration and play. We sing songs, read books, play games, and develop skills with art and science tools. […]

    Free