Our innovative educator programs include:

Best Practices for Field Days

Learn the research-based best practices known to improve student learning at field days. This highly regarded workshop for organizers, presenters, teachers and volunteers has received national attention for helping teachers and natural resources professionals put on successful field day education programs. Learn more...

Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer

Extension's newest volunteer opportunity. Take classes to enhance your knowledge of the environment and in turn volunteer to share your new skills with others. This program is for people with a passion for sharing their love of nature with others. If you wish you could spend more time outside - this is your chance. Learn more...

Science on the Prairie

Make prairies a part of your science education. Through this program, you'll become more familiar with the tall grass prairie ecosystem while receiving ideas, activities, and resources for prairie education. You'll also learn innovative ways to help your audiences gain new insight about our prairie environment.

Monarchs in the Classroom

Discover how to use monarchs to enhance student learning. Developed by scientists and educators at the University of Minnesota to help teachers provide a solid background for understanding the ecology, behavior, and evolution of monarch butterflies. Learn more...