About this Event
Climate Stewards is an empowering program developed by the University of California Environmental Stewards (part of UCANR) and taught in partnership with the Point Reyes National Seashore Association. In this program you will learn more about the science of climate change, how to communicate more effectively about this issue, and how to work within your community to address climate challenges.
During this program you will receive six online classes with guest experts, spend three Saturdays learning and experiencing climate-relevant sites in Point Reyes and the North/East SF Bay region, and will complete online coursework plus a final stewardship project to receive your certification from the University of California. In this interactive class you will practice the skills you need to work with others on finding climate solutions!
As a Certified Climate Steward you will become part of a statewide network working to promote community and ecosystem resilience for California's future. To learn more about this initiative, visit UCANR's Climate Stewards page.
Instructors: Sam Chiriboga, PRNSA Associate Director; Biret Adden PRNSA Education Director
Program Schedule
Tuesday evening classes will be held online from 6:30pm-9:00pm and will include guest speakers, group discussions, and climate change content.
Three in-person Saturday field trips from 9:30am-3:30pm will include hands-on projects and instructional visits to locations in Point Reyes and the North/East SF Bay region.
- Tues 2/25 - online Introduction (6:30-7:30)
- Tues 3/4 - online class (6:30-9:00)
- Tues 3/11 - online class
- Sat 3/15 - Field Trip, location TBA
- Tues 3/18 - online class
- Sat 3/22 - Field Trip, location TBA
- Tues 3/25 - online class
- Sat 3/29 - Field Trip, location TBA
- Tues 4/1 - online class
- Tues 4/8 - online class
- Tues 4/15 - online office hours (optional)
- Tues 4/22 - online Stewardship Project Presentations and Celebration!
Time Commitment: On top of actual class time, you should plan to spend an additional 3-5 hours per week working independently outside of class to complete required reading, online modules, and homework assignments.
Graduation Requirements: Stewardship project completion and presentation, required reading and questions, online learning modules with homework and quizzes, and attendance at all classes (one absence allowed) is required for certification. Certified graduates are eligible to purchase optional academic credits through University of California following program completion.
Scholarships Available: Early career professionals, BIPOC identifying and LGBTQ+ community, or those working/interested in outdoor education or environmental action are strongly encouraged to apply. Please complete the short Equity in Environmental Action online Scholarship Application by 9:00am, January 27th, 2025 for consideration.
For questions or more information, please contact [email protected]
Class Materials
Required Text: by Merenlender and Buhler
(You will need to have a copy of Climate Stewardship available for use during class. If purchasing through UC Press, a discount is available. See Discount Flier for details)
Optional Text: The Thinking Person's Guide to Climate Change, 2nd Edition by Robert Henson (not required)
Additional course materials, syllabus, and meeting links will be provided electronically to registered participants prior to the start of class.
Cancellation Policy
- Participants may miss one day if needed, but may be required to complete make-up work; please inform us if you know already that you will be missing a date
- Refunds available up to 15 days in advance of the start date
- Refund requests made less than 15 days in advance of the start date will be honored if a student replacement is found, and may be subject to an administrative fee.
- Registration is required online prior to the start date
- Sales end 15 days before the start date
- Waitlists are available if needed
- Field trips will be held rain or shine
About the PRNSA Field Institute
The PRNSA Field Institute offers hands-on environmental education classes throughout the year that foster enjoyment of Point Reyes National Seashore. Our classes are led by expert instructors, who take you out of your everyday life and into the natural world. We host a variety of classes about the arts and sciences and have something for everyone. You can reach the Field Institute at (415) 663-1200 x304 or by email at [email protected].
Interested in becoming a member of PRNSA? Click Here!
Interested in becoming a PRNSA Field Institute facilitator? Want to take classes for FREE while helping out a great cause? Give us a call!
Are you an outdoor educator or artist who would like to teach a PRNSA Field Institute class? Shoot us an Email!
For any questions, please email us at [email protected].
PRNSA Field Institute COVID-19 Guidelines
Please respect the following COVID-19 procedures:
· Perform a health self-check before coming to class using the CDC Symptoms of Coronavirus as a guide
· Do not attend class if you are experiencing COVID symptoms, know that you have had a close exposure, or are suffering from any flu-like or respiratory illness
· Participants exhibiting signs of respiratory illness may be asked to leave class
· Masks are optional at your discretion
· Please bring your own food and water
All guidelines are subject to change pursuant to State or County Health order updates.
Thank you for your cooperation in following these guidelines to help keep everyone safe.
Event Venue
Online
USD 522.95
