What are the responsibilities of Minnesota Master Naturalist Instructors?
Instructors are expected to provide a Minnesota Master Naturalist training at least once within the twelve months following the instructor training and once every two years after the first training. Instructors propose a class on the Minnesota Master Naturalist website at least six weeks prior to start of a class. The instructor will fill out the dates and times of the class including field trips. This information will be reviewed by the state coordinator and the final class schedule will be posted on the website. Participant registration is online and coordination will be done by the statewide organization. Books for each participant will be mailed to instructors. Instructors will lead classroom lectures, discussions, and field trips; monitor students’ progress and attendance; and assist in completion of capstone projects. Upon completion of the class, instructors will submit a list of successful and unsuccessful participants, and return unused participant books and pins to the Minnes