This page will be regularly updated with educator training opportunities and events throughout the state. A list of professional development opportunities and resources can be found on our educator resource page. Some workshops offer MSDE credit if combined with other workshops.

Would you like to request a Project WILD Terrestrial/Aquatic, Flying WILD, or Growing Up WILD workshop for your group or at your location? Email Sarah Witcher at sarah.witcher1@maryland.gov!

Upcoming In-Person Workshops:​

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• Project WILD Combination Workshop
  When: 1/29/24, 9 am to 3 pm
  Where: Marshy Point Nature Center, Middle River, MD
  Cost: $20
  Registration: ​https://recandparks.baltimorecountymd.gov/MD/baltimore-co-md/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzNjMwNzk=​​
  
• Aquatic WILD Workshop
  When: 2/1/25, 10 am to 3 pm
  Where: Natural History Society of MD, Baltimore, MD
  Cost: $15
  Registration: ​https://www.marylandnature.org/get-involved/events/event/aquatic-wild-professional-development-for-educators/​​
  

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Archived Online Workshops:

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• ​ 5 Million Trees, Please: Maryland's New 5 Million Trees Program Featuring Acting State Forester Anne Hairston-Strang
  
• Watch the video
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• How to Build a Nature-lover Featuring the Maryland Master Naturalist Program and DNR's R3 efforts
  
• Watch the video
• Growing New Stewards Featuring Emily Beck, director of the Chesapeake Watershed Semester and the Gunston School’s Dean of Instruction and Innovation
  
• Watch the video

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