Get Wet with the Wetland Master Naturalist Course

Tuesday, June 24 – Saturday, July 26, 2025

This certified wetland-focused Master Naturalist class at the Indreland Audubon Wetland Preserve will cover various aspects of wetland ecology and environmental science, tailored to Montana’s unique landscapes and ecological characteristics. The course will include 10 classes and three full day field trips. Each class will be structured to last 2 hours, combining theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on activities or field observations. Each topic will be taught by a subject matter expert from local specialists, the Montana University System, and the Society of Wetland Scientists.

The approach is a curriculum that focuses on the natural science aspects of wetlands, with a concentration on the understanding of wetland ecology, hydrology, soils, plants, and wildlife. It covers topics that provide a comprehensive understanding of the complex ecological interactions that occur within these ecosystems, with an emphasis on scientific observation, analysis, and interpretation, and integrates field trips and hands-on activities. For more information: contact Frank Marchak frankm@bozemanwetlands.org

6 consecutive weeks Tuesday/Thursday   |   5:30-7:30 PM 

3 Full Day Saturday field trips

Certification Requirements

Attendance for 40 class hours

Journaling and interpretative presentation on wetland topic of choice

6 hours volunteer service 

Register online at: SAS Wetland Master Naturalist Registration