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SUMMARY:miniNaturalist Pre-K Program
DESCRIPTION:The miniNaturalist pre-K program encourages curiosity for the natural world.\nDates: Every Monday\, September – May\nTime: 10:00-11:00 am\nLocation: Montana Natural History Center\, 120 Hickory Street. \nThe 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. Each program begins with songs\, movement\, and stories. We then provide materials for learner directed discovery in our garden. We look for bugs and birds\, color on rocks\, build with branches\, experiment with science tools and play with a variety of art materials. \nPlease bring clothes for outdoor play! We have some snow clothes to borrow. \nBest for ages 2-4\, though any age is welcome! \nCost: FREE!
URL:https://www.montananaturalist.org/event/mininaturalist-pre-k-program/2024-09-30/
LOCATION:Montana Natural History Center
CATEGORIES:Kids' Program,miniNaturalist Pre-K Program
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SUMMARY:Fall 2024 Online Master Naturalist Course
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFall Online Certification Course 2024 \nTuesdays\, September 3rd – November 19\, 2024\n10:00 a.m.-noon MDT \nField Weekend\, September 21-22 \nEngage with the course anytime\, anywhere. The online format can fit your schedule. Though attending the field weekend and live online classes is highly encouraged\, they will be recorded and supplemental material can be provided. This class works best for independent learners who can complete activities outside of the traditional classroom format. Your instructors will be available throughout the course for one-on-one guidance and mentorship. \nREGISTER HERE \nTaught by MNHC Naturalist Christine Morris\, this class includes: \n\na live Zoom or recorded lecture once per week for 12 weeks. 6 classes are live\, 6 are recorded lectures.\nweekly assignments\nin-person weekend field experience in Missoula on September 21-22\ncourse workbook\nan online classroom platform to engage with instructors and fellow students throughout the course\n\n\nWe’ll cover a wide breadth of topics with the goal of giving you a foundation of naturalist skills and knowledge on which you can build. Learn how to identify common birds\, plants\, butterflies\, insects\, mammal tracks\, and more. From landscape processes to lichen we will look at specific details and how each part contributes to the greater ecology. \nKnowledgeable guest instructors include Missoula College instructor and botanist Greg Peters\, botanist and author Peter Lesica\, MNHC communications coordinator Allison De Jong\, BLM Fuels Geoff Farinholt\, artist and naturalist Jenah Mead\, and Philip L. Wright Zoological Museum Curator Angela Hornsby. \nView the course syllabus (some elements may be subject to change).  \nUpon course completion\, students: \n\nWill receive a Master Naturalist certificate and pin\nBe a part of an engaged and curious Master Naturalist community\nHave the knowledge and skills to perform environmental stewardship\n\nTo complete this certification course\, students are expected to attend classes/view recorded lectures\, complete weekly self-guided study assignments\, keep a nature journal\, and complete a final class project. \nPlan on putting in about 5-6 hours per week including class time\, independent study assignments\, nature journaling\, and final assignment. \nMaster Naturalist Certification is maintained by completing 20 hours of volunteer service and 8 hours of continuing education each year. You will receive a new pin each year you certify! \nRecommended Materials: \n\nbinoculars\nhand lens or loupe\nblank journal (required)\nmicron or small sharpie pen\ncolored pencils or watercolor pencils\nbird guide such as Sibley’s Field Guide to Birds of Western North America\nBotany in a Day by Thomas J. Elpel\nplant/flower guide such as Plants of the Rocky Mountains or Wildflowers of Montana (depending on what you can find in print)\n\nRegistration Information: \n\nCost: $355/$325 members\nFull payment due upon registration. The course fee (minus a $100 administrative fee) is refundable ONLY if a cancellation is made 30 days before the first day of class. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after this deadline. Read our full refund/cancellation policy.\nSome scholarships are available! Please contact cmorris@montananaturalist.or for more information
URL:https://www.montananaturalist.org/event/fall-2024-online-master-naturalist-course/2024-10-01/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Classroom
CATEGORIES:Master Naturalist Class,Multi-Part Class,Virtual Class
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Field Day: Explore Primm Meadow
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, October 2\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\nLocation: Meet at the Montana Natural History Center. We’ll travel to Primm Meadow in the MNHC bus. \nFeel the majesty of an old-growth\, open stand of ponderosa pines as you explore the history and magnificent ecology of Primm Meadow. This park-like grove has been carefully utilized and managed by humans for thousands of years. Native Americans and homesteaders practiced understory burns to increase productivity of shrubs and crops. The ponderosas thrived in response\, developing a resiliency to larger wildfires. Surrounded by forest that has been logged and replanted or burned\, Primm Meadow is a window back in time. \nSteven Kloetzel\, Western Land Steward for The Nature Conservancy\, will be our guide as we explore this special place. He will discuss restoration work\, fire ecology\, history\, and more. \nDifficulty: Easy/moderate. We will be driving through the gate right to the grove and walking in a loop. We will be walking/standing for up to 2.5 hours. We will have a picnic lunch\, seated on the ground. No bathrooms. \nWhat to Bring: \n\nClothes appropriate for changing Montana weather conditions – layers\, rain\, sun\nBoots or shoes for walking\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nAnything you need to be comfortable outside for hours and on uneven terrain\nBinoculars (optional\, we have some to borrow)\n\nSome scholarships are available. Please call 406.327.0405 to find out more. \nFAQs: \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nThe course fee (minus a 25% administrative fee) is refundable if a cancellation is made up to 7 days before the event. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after this deadline. See our full refund/cancellation policy here. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nNope! We will have a list of all the attendees.
URL:https://www.montananaturalist.org/event/explore-primm-meadow/
LOCATION:Montana Natural History Center
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SUMMARY:Protecting Pollinators and Native Plants - Lunch & Learn Climate Solutions Week Program
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 3\, 2024\nTime: 12:00-1:00 p.m.\nLocation: Montana Natural History Center\nCost: FREE \nJoin the Montana Natural History Center and Climate Smart Missoula for a Lunch & Learn program\, Protecting Pollinators and Native Plants\, during Climate Solutions Week 2024! \nOur communities thrive with the biodiversity of native plants. Insects\, birds\, and mammals have evolved to rely on our native plant communities. We can support the vibrancy of local habitats and survival of fellow species by planting and caring for native plants. During this program you will learn how to make your own seed balls to distribute native seeds! \nFall is the perfect time for native seed planting. Many require the cold snap of winter to germinate in the spring. Seed balls are easy to transport and can be tossed in a garden patch or abandoned weedy area. We will provide directions on creating them and will have materials available for the first 20 people to make one to take home. \nBring your lunch! \nAfter we make the seed balls we will screen a film about plants and pollinators. Sit back\, eat lunch\, and enjoy the movie! \nPhoto by Kelly Dix
URL:https://www.montananaturalist.org/event/protecting-pollinators-and-native-plants-lunch-and-learn-climate-solutions-week-program/
LOCATION:Montana Natural History Center
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SUMMARY:Curiosity Cabinet Garage Sale
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, October 5\nTime: 12:00-3:00 p.m.\nLocation: Montana Natural History Center \nShop MNHC’s Curiosity Cabinet Garage Sale for curious naturalist items. Bones\, books\, shells\, art\, rocks and minerals\, and so much more! One day only! \nAre you interested in donating an item? Here are the kinds of curios and curiosities we’re looking for: \n\nNatural history-related books and field guides\nRocks\, minerals\, shells\, pressed plants\nNature-themed art\nClothing featuring flora/fauna\nTaxidermy\, bones\, furs (please see below for restrictions)\nBinoculars\, magnifying lenses\, microscopes\, spotting scopes\, nets\, and loupes\nNature notecards/postcards\nVintage camping gear\nOutdoor gear\nNature journaling supplies\nAnd more!\n\nMNHC reserves the right to keep\, rather than sell\, any item deemed appropriate for programmatic use. \nPlease note our donation guidelines before you drop anything off! Some items we can’t accept (for example – Is it alive? Is it radioactive?). \nPlease NOTHING: \n\nAlive\nIllegal (endangered species\, protected species\, songbird remains/specimens/feathers\, etc.)\nCultural (arrowheads\, etc.)\nStinky/moldy\nUnsafe to handle (hides tanned with arsenic\, radioactive rocks)\nInappropriate\n\nAnd please no: \n\nMagazines\nCalendars\n\nAll garage sale proceeds will support MNHC’s programming for all ages. Join us in the fun\, and thank you for your support! \n 
URL:https://www.montananaturalist.org/event/curiosity-cabinet-garage-sale/
LOCATION:Montana Natural History Center
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