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.

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:

“Classroom” means we are at Collier County Extension office, unless otherwise instructed. In the classroom, it might be very warm or very cool—please, dress accordingly.

Computer: If you have a computer you can bring, please do.  We take pre and post test on them.  We will have some to share if you don’t have one.

Field Trip Locations & Times:

May change due to unforeseen circumstances. It is the student’s responsibility to verify field information. Transportation and lunches are not included. Carpooling suggested.

Bring your lunch and plenty of water, wear sturdy closed-toe shoes that are comfortable to hike in.

Course Time Schedule:

Does not include travel time required to drive to meeting locations, except between AM & PM classes.

Flexible Schedule - Agenda Details are Subject to Change:

• The schedule times listed are as close as possible, but we need you to be flexible.
• We probably will not get out early; however, we may run a little late. We will try to stick to the listed times, but please arrange your schedule so that the class can be flexible.
• Course time schedule does not include your travel time (except between AM & PM class or field locations).

Food & Drinks:

Please, absolutely no polypropylene (Styrofoam) containers. Food and drinks are allowed in the classroom. .

Cell Phones:

Please use outside of class time. Don’t use them or allow them to ring during classroom sessions or on field trips. Talk on phones during break time, lunchtime, before and after class.

Field Trips:

• Water is Required to be Carried with You – No Exceptions.
• Bring: water, snacks, field ID books, notepad and pen, binoculars, insect repellent, towels, and a change of clothes (spare shoes/socks/pants/shirt).
• Required: Always Wear Close-toed Shoes. The field trails are not always level or easy to travel; some plants have thorns; there may be poison ivy; fire ants, etc. Open-toed shoes are not acceptable to be worn in the field.
• Wear: layered clothes, long sleeves and pants, hiking boots or appropriate foot wear for the day’s field trip, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent – preferrable herbal (especially on feet/legs).
• Be aware that typically you will be experiencing a variety of environments. It might be hot on our field trips or could get cool, so please dress accordingly.
• Don’t wear perfume/cologne or use perfumed soap/body lotion before going out in the field. This may attract more unwanted buzzing invertebrates known as mosquitoes, midges (no see ‘ems) and flies.
• There are insects (including mosquitoes), spiders, and snakes outdoors. Hopefully, we will see many of these beautiful creatures. Always watch where you are putting your hands and feet.
• It might be very hot on our field trips—please, dress accordingly.

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