Course Description:
This is a NATA Core workshop, leading to the Certificate in Natural Areas Management. This training builds an appreciation of how to manage natural areas as part of a larger ecosystem, in coordination with neighboring land owners.
Participants will:
- Develop an understanding of the concept of ecosystem management and its relevance to resource management
- Become familiar with approaches that can be used to address threats facing entire ecosystems
- Discover strategies that bring multiple organizations and private individuals together to achieve common goals and seek common solutions
- Learn about a variety of working groups used to cope with complex environmental issues in Florida
- Develop skills in listening, communicating, moderating group dynamics, and facilitating to cope with conflict
This workshop is presented in a hybrid format. (Both the online and in-person trainings are REQUIRED)
Online coursework:
Approximately 9-10 hours over 3-weeks (on your own, prior to the in-person training).
In-person training:
Two day in-person training at Wekiwa Springs State Park in Apopka, FL. CME Workshop Agenda 2022
Registration fee:
$295 (does not include lodging)
*Early registration is available to participants who has previously graduated from one or more of the NATA Core Certificate Courses.
Lodging:
Shared lodging available for $45/person/night at Wekiwa Springs State Park.
For more information, contact:
Training Coordinator
Natural Areas Training Academy
