Course Descriptions
Point Reyes National Seashore Association (PRNSA) is offering the new Climate Stewards certification course and the California Naturalist certification course in Marin County.
UC Climate Stewards certification
Climate Stewards is an empowering program developed by the University of California Environmental Stewards (part of UCANR) and taught in partnership with the Point Reyes National Seashore Association. In this program you will learn more about the science of climate change, how to communicate more effectively about this issue, and how to work within your community to address climate challenges.
During this program you will receive six online classes with guest experts, spend three Saturdays learning and experiencing climate-relevant sites in Point Reyes and the North/East SF Bay region, and will complete online coursework plus a final stewardship project to receive your certification from the University of California. In this interactive class you will practice the skills you need to work with others on finding climate solutions!
Dates: TBA
Contact: fieldinstitute@ptreyes.org
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UC California Naturalist certification
Over the course of five separate Saturdays between April 5 - May 10, students will experience Point Reyes National Seashore in ways the casual visitor cannot, working in areas less traveled alongside some of California's most knowledgeable naturalists. Experience the richness and biodiversity that Point Reyes has to offer.
Dates: April 5-May 10, 2025
Fees: $960.70
Delivery Mode: In-Person
Contact: fieldinstitute@ptreyes.org
About the Instructor: Dr. Chris Pincetich works for the Point Reyes National Seashore Association, The Oceanic Society, and Sea Turtles Forever as a marine biologist and environmental educator. Chris has a doctorate in Environmental Toxicology from the University of California, Davis and a B.S. in Marine Biology from University of California, Santa Cruz. His passion for promoting ocean and sea turtle conservation has been shared through speaking engagements ranging from international scientific conferences to elementary school classrooms.
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Organization Description: PRNSA is a cooperating association of the National Park Service. Working in partnership with Point Reyes National Seashore and the public, PRNSA preserves, restores and maintains wildlife habitat, trails, and historic sites in this beautiful coastal park. Year-round environmental education programs help children and adults deepen their understanding of nature and inspire the next generation of park stewards.
