Tennessee Naturalist Program

Dive deeper into your knowledge about Tennessee's plants, wildlife, and natural environments with the Tennessee Naturalist Program!

This 10-month program is an excellent resource for adults looking to learn more about our beautiful state, and will give you a good handle on everything from birds to geology, plants to water ecology. Students will receive 40 hours of training from local experts, preparing you to be a more knowledgeable and capable naturalist, and to volunteer in our community. Class generally meets one Saturday morning every month, so it's perfect for adults with busy schedules.

Registration for the 2022-2023 session is OPEN!
To sign up go here.

Please contact us if you would like to be put on the interest list for next year.

Learning

TNP is a 40-hour course that covers a variety of topics related to Tennessee's natural history. Click below for the 2020-2021 course schedule.

Course Schedule

Service

All TNP participants complete 40 hours of service to receive certification. Click below to learn about volunteer opportunities.

Volunteer Opportunities

Across Tennessee

TNP is a statewide program with local chapters across Tennessee. Visit the state website to learn more about chapters in other regions.

Visit TnNaturalist.org