Hybrid Class with Field Experiences<\/h3>\n

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• March 21 to April 11, 2026<\/li>\n
• Registration closes March 16, 2025 at 10:00 am<\/li>\n
• Course Code: cs26-03<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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  Overview<\/strong>
  \nMote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium hosts a hybrid Florida Master Naturalist Program (FMNP) course exploring Southwest Florida\u2019s coastal ecosystems. Designed for adult learners, this course blends in-person instruction, live Zoom sessions, and immersive field trips across Sarasota, Longboat Key, and Englewood.<\/p>\n

  Fees<\/strong>
  \n\u2022 $350: PDF manual
  \n\u2022 $425: PDF + printed color manual<\/p>\n

  Enthusiasm, attendance, and a small-group final project are the only requirements.<\/p>\n

  \u2e3b<\/p>\n

  Format & Location<\/strong>
  \nHybrid model: In-person classes, live online sessions via Zoom, and independent work.<\/p>\n

  In-person classes are held at:<\/strong>
  \nMote Marine Laboratory
  \nKeating Marine Science Education Building, Room 315
  \n1599 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236
  \nFree parking. Building marked by a large blue octopus mural.<\/p>\n

  Instructor<\/strong>
  \nJason Robertshaw
  \nProgram Manager for Virtual Learning
  \nendlessoceans@mote.org | 941-388-2904 | mote.org<\/p>\n

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  Field Trips<\/strong><\/h4>\n

  This course emphasizes hands-on learning through five guided field trips.<\/p>\n

  Field Trip 1: Estuarine Environments<\/strong>
  \nMarch 21, 1:00\u20133:00 pm
  \nSarasota Baywalk and Quick Point Nature Preserve<\/p>\n

  Field Trip 2: Beach & Dune Systems<\/strong>
  \nMarch 28, 9:00\u201311:30 am
  \nNorth Lido Beach Park<\/p>\n

  Field Trip 3: Beach & Dune Systems<\/strong>
  \nMarch 28, 1:30\u20133:30 pm
  \nMote Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Hospital, Ken Thompson Park, Save Our Seabirds<\/p>\n

  Field Trip 4: Upland Environments<\/strong>
  \nApril 4, 9:00 am\u20131:00 pm
  \nCedar Point Environmental Park, Englewood<\/p>\n

  Field Trip 5: Nearshore Environments<\/strong>
  \nApril 11, 1:30\u20133:00 pm
  \nSeagrass dip-netting at Mote Marine Laboratory<\/p>\n

  Transportation and meals are not included. Review field attire guidelines at mote.org\/experiences\/what-to-wear-and-bring-to-field-programs<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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  In-Class Learning<\/h4>\n

  For In-class Learning, we will meet on Saturdays at Mote Marine Laboratory’s Keating Marine Science Education Building, Room 315 (1599 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota). Course topics include coastal ecology, species groups, interpretation, conservation ethics, and human impacts.<\/p>\n

  Online Learning via Zoom<\/h4>\n

  For Online Learning, we will meet over Zoom on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons between 3:00\u20136:00pm. To participate live online via Zoom, you will need the latest version of Zoom and make sure you can use it: https:\/\/zoom.us\/download<\/a>; have a reliable internet connection; speaker\/microphone (or headset); and a web camera. Online sessions feature presentations, videos, guest speakers, and group project work.<\/p>\n

  Attendance Requirements<\/strong>
  \nFMNP requires 40 contact hours. Up to 8 hours may be made up with instructor-approved assignments. More than 8 hours missed prevents certification. Participants are expected to be prepared, respectful, and engaged.<\/p>\n

  Final Day<\/strong>
  \nApril 11 includes group project presentations (required), a Coastal Potluck lunch, graduation activities, and the final nearshore field trip.<\/p>\n

  Registration<\/h4>\n

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