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The Minnesota Naturalists’ Association (MNA) exists to advance
natural and cultural resource interpretation 
for the purpose
of fostering wise stewardship of all resources.

WORKSHOPS

MNA sponsors several free or low-cost professional development opportunities at venues around the Minneapolis and St.Paul Metro Area. Workshops are focused on content and practice for both naturalist staff and volunteers on topics including natural/cultural history, citizen science, recreation, and outdoor skills.
Workshops are held three times during the year.


In order to provide the best experience possible for both participants and host sites, pre-registration is required for all workshops. Online registration will close prior to the workshop and a confirmation email will be sent to you. We apologize for the inconvenience but we will not be able to accommodate walk-ins or requests made after the registration deadline has passed. If you have any questions regarding upcoming workshops or registration please email the MNA Professional Development Workshop Coordinator. 

    • November 15, 2024
    • 4:00 PM
    • November 17, 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • Deep Portage Learning Center
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    We are so excited to announce this year's MNA Conference, Tiny Seeds Grow into Mighty Trees. We hope you will join us November 15-17 at Deep Portage Learning Center in Hackensack, MN. The 2024 Conference Guide can be found here!


    We are also thrilled to announce this year's keynote speaker, Chad Pregracke. Chad was the 2013 CNN Hero of the Year and has dedicated his life to protecting, preserving, and restoring the nation's major rivers and waterways through his non-profit, Living Lands & Waters. His work embodies the theme of our conference; Tiny Seeds Grow into Mighty Trees.


    Our first round of Presenter Applications closed on October 1st, but we are still looking to fill a couple of spots! If you are interested in presenting at this year's conference, please complete the Presenter Application Form!  We are looking for presenters to lead discussions, concurrent sessions, and workshops on a variety of topics. 


    For scholarship information, please view the application.


    If you have any questions, please reach out to Erin or Miriam at mnaconference@gmail.com.


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