Become a Southwest Louisiana Master Naturalist!

The Southwest Louisiana Master Naturalists are a growing group of volunteers dedicated to promoting the conservation and stewardship of the natural resources of Louisiana.
How to become a certified Southwest Louisiana Master Naturalist: 
​●    Complete a total of 48 hours of courses offered each spring (Saturday workshops January–July) 
●    $200 one-time course fee 
Annual requirements after the first year:
​●    20 volunteer hours 
●    8 continuing education hours
●    $15 annual membership dues ​

 Email us for more information:   [email protected]

Program Workshops (subject to change)

• Biological Concepts and Naturalist Skills
• Citizen Science
• Backyard Wildlife
• Birds
• Longleaf Pine Ecology
• Cajun Prairie and Pollinators

• Mammals
• Freshwater Marsh Ecosystem
• Amphibian and Reptile Study
• Coastal Ecosystems
• Riverine Ecology and Fish
• Outreach and Graduation​