About the OCVN Training Program
Support The Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist program in meeting the needs of our citizens in the area of natural resources education by assisting with educational programs, and providing service to local natural resource organizations.
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Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Program
The Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist program includes 40 hours of classroom and field-based instruction and 40 hours of practical volunteer experience. OSU Extension, ODNR staff along with naturalist professionals will provide instruction.
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