The class runs from January 23 to 25 at The Nature Conservancy's Disney Wilderness Preserve. This workshop is an optional part of the Natural Areas Manager Certificate program. The certificate program is earned after completion of five workshops designed and delivered by a team of experienced public and private natural areas managers.
All workshops emphasize current conservation management practices and hands-on learning.
Courses may be taken in any order, individually or as part of the certificate series. Those looking to increase their knowledge in a specific area may enroll in any single workshop for continuing credit. The Nature Conservancy is a nonprofit, conservation organization dedicated to preserving plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive. The Conservancy's Florida Chapter has helped protect more than 928,000 acres throughout the state since 1961. The Nature Conservancy is a nonprofit, conservation organization dedicated to preserving plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.