Connect to Birds, to Nature, and with Each Other

The Great Backyard Bird Count, is a global event that was first launched in 1998, and was the first online Community Science project to collect data on wild birds and display results in near real time. It is a crucial initiative for biodiversity monitoring, involves ornithologists, bird enthusiasts, and citizen scientists worldwide. Annually, these dedicated…

Harrisonburg’s Greenspace Management

CE Program at HMN Annual Meeting, 1/27/2024 As a good turnout of Headwaters Master Naturalist chapter members ate the best shared meal ever, we all were excited about the next item on the agenda: a CE presentation by Harrisonburg Public Works Department on their environmental stewardship programs using greenspace management throughout the city. No one…

Headwaters Master Naturalists Gather for Meeting and Potluck

Making Connections at our Annual Meeting 2024 On Saturday, January 27, in the Houff Student Center at Blue Ridge Community College in Weyers Cave, the chapter came together for our much-anticipated annual meeting and potluck, transforming a routine gathering into a celebration of shared passion for nature and environmental stewardship. A highlight of the event…

Meet a Member: Scott Jost

Meet Scott Jost, Cohort 8! Full name: Scott Jost Title or occupation: I’m Professor of Art and Art Department Chair at Bridgewater College. How long have you been a member and cohort number: Cohort 8! Began training class in Spring 2023. *Professional Member Spotlight Questions (Choose 6) What company or organization do you work at right now? I…