Naturalist Program

• Increase participant awareness of urban ecology found around them everywhere they go
• Connect youth to nature and build empathy for organisms around them
• Build confidence in engaging with science practices and tools
• Empower youth to become voices for the environment in their local communities

If you have any questions about any policies related to the Naturalist Program, please reach out to naturalistprogram@ecotarium.org.

Health Documentation:

Naturalist Program participants are required to complete a caregiver permission slip and medical release form. Required paperwork includes acknowledgment of our guidelines and required health forms, field trip permission forms, and any needed waivers. The caregiver's responsibility is to complete and return these forms before the first program session.

All participant information and documents submitted will be kept confidential and shared only with the staff supervising the program on a need-to-know basis.

COVID-19 Guidelines:

The EcoTarium Museum of Science and Nature is committed to serve as a trusted source of accurate information for the community. Please review the health & safety guidelines for all museum guests here on our website.

Consistent with our health and safety guidelines, the EcoTarium recommends, but does not require, that masks be worn inside the museum during the Naturalist Program.

Eligible individuals are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before joining the Naturalist Program at the EcoTarium. Any participant with questions about vaccination should consult with their primary care provider to determine the best course of action to keep themselves and others safe.