This event is only for the 2024 Cook County Master Naturalist Trainee Class. If interested in applying to future trainings please fill out our 2025 Training Interest List

The Illinois Extension Master Naturalist Program is a volunteer training program offered by University of Illinois Extension. Cook County Master Naturalists serve the natural resources of Cook County including Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. The training prepares volunteer Master Naturalists to participate in local environmental education and stewardship efforts more effectively. Trainees will learn about and may participate in citizen scientist activities, restoration work days, and interpretive programming. They will be able to share their knowledge, skills, and passion about the natural world with others so they also can become more engaged.