Pima Master Naturalists

A volunteer leadership training program designed to enhance the quality of educational, citizen science, and stewardship service participants provide to community partners. We are a chapter of the Arizona Master Naturalist Association.

Our chapter is located on Tohono O’odham, Pascua Yaqui, and Hohokam Lands. We honor them and their connection to this region. We give thanks for the opportunity to live, work, learn and gather on their traditional homeland. 

The Arizona Master Naturalist Association is committed to developing Just, Equitable, Diverse, and Inclusive programs for everyone in the state of Arizona.

Master Naturalists learn field techniques.

Training

The Pima Chapter is gearing up for its 2027 course starting in January.  Want to participate in our training program? New courses will be held in 2027 from January 6 through May 5. Please spread the word and consider joining Cohort 11! Attend an upcoming info session to find out more! Program cost $300. Scholarships and payment plans are available. The application deadline is Sunday, November 8th.


Blog

Read about field adventures from our certified members and interns.

Volunteers of all ages participate in the Master Naturalist Program.

For Volunteers

Already trained? Information needed to be a successful volunteer can be found here.