Florida Master Naturalist Program

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Broward County

September 8 - October 6, 2026
Registration closes at 10:00 am on September 2, 2026
(Course Code: us26-10)

The course format is hybrid: Classes Live Online and
Field Trips (In Person OR On Your Own).

Instructors Information

Lead and Point of Contact: Kristen Hoss, Executive Director
Organization: Youth Environmental Alliance (YEA)
Phone: 248-933-1069
Email: kristen@yeafrog.org
Website: youthenvironmentalalliance.com

Other Lead: Dr. John Pipoly, Environmental Project Coordinator, Broward County Parks and Recreation


Tentative Course Agenda

Open the PDF below to view the full agenda for this course.
(Any elements listed as 'TBD' are updated on a rolling basis.)

View Agenda (PDF)


Course Guidelines

Attendance Policy:

  • You cannot miss more than 8 hours (20% of the 40 contact hours) This is a FMNP policy and cannot be modified by the Instructor.
  • To receive certification, the 8 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 8 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.

Live Online Meeting indicates when you are required to be online (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:
• Zoom application downloaded to their 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

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

In-Person/Field Trip Locations & 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.

Registration E-Mail:
• Please register with the e-mail you plan on using during class. Also link it as a Google e-mail for sharing information and using Google Drive during class. This is where all forms, materials and assignments will be shared.


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