Since 1969, ACR has been committed to providing the highest quality environmental education possible for its docents. Volunteers at both Bolinas Lagoon and Bouverie Preserves receive training through an intensive 22-session program directed by the docents. Instructors, including ACR's Biologists, teach subjects as diverse as pond ecology, birds, insects, Native American history, and teaching techniques. An advanced training class is also offered in some years.
Training prepares docents to work with schoolchildren both on the preserve and in the classroom.
Training classes are held at Bolinas Lagoon Preserve every other year and at Bouverie Preserve in alternate years from September through February. There is a nominal fee to cover the cost of training.