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Florida Master Naturalist Program

Florida Master Naturalist Program

FMNP Coastal Shoreline Restoration Logo

Volusia, Flagler & Brevard Counties

June 11-22, 2024
Class filled. Contact Instructor for wait list.
(Course Code: CR24-02)

The course format is Hybrid: Live online classes and
in-person field trips.

In-person Field Locations

Marine Discovery Center (MDC)
520 Barracuda Blvd. New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169

Riverside Conservancy
1413 South Riverside Drive, Edgewater, FL 32132

Restore Our Shores
1795 Cogswell St, Rockledge, FL 32955


Instructors Information

Lead and Point of Contact: Carolyn Kovacs, Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent
Organization: UF/IFAS Extension
Phone: (386) 437-7464
Email: c.kovacs@ufl.edu

Other Lead: Holly Abeels, Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent


Tentative Course Agenda

Open the PDF below to view the full agenda for this course.

View Agenda (PDF)


Course Guidelines

Covid-19 safety precautions:

In light of the latest CDC updates and guidance from UF health experts, we no longer require masks during in-person FMNP activities but welcome masks for those who wish to wear them and voice support for those who do.

Live Online Meeting:

Indicates when you are required to be online (via Zoom) at the designated time to participate in course presentations, discussions, and activities. Attendance will be taken by the instructor.

To participate, you must have:

  • Downloaded the most recent Zoom application to your personal computer (https://zoom.us/)
  • An internet connection suitable for live streaming (wired or wireless)
  • Headset, or speakers and microphone (most laptops have this included)
  • Web camera (most laptops have this included)
  • A quiet location where you will not be disturbed

Attendance Policy:

  • You cannot miss more than 4.75 hours (20% of the 24 contact hours) This is a FMNP policy and cannot be modified by the Instructor.
  • To receive certification, the 4.75 hours or less missed must be made up by completing an assignment of equal time and content. Approval of the Instructor is required.
  • If total hours missed exceeds 4.75 hours, certification is not possible regardless of material made up.
  • All absences should be discussed with the instructor in advance. In case of emergencies, please notify Instructor as soon as possible.

Classroom Presentations
Class on Days 1, 2 4, and 5 will be live online, interactive sessions via Zoom. Instructors will provide information about our first online meeting and all subsequent classes and field trips via email prior to the first class. Please contact the instructor if you have any questions.

In-Person Field Trips
Days 3 and 6 will be in-person field trips taking place across three locations, listed in the agenda (two in Volusia County on the same day, and one in Brevard County on a separate day). Locations and times are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. It is the participant’s responsibility to verify meeting information. Transportation and lunches are not included. Times do not include travel time required to drive to meeting locations.

On Your Own:
Describes required course activities you are expected to complete on your own prior to the next Live Online Meeting time.



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