2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary

Join us as Indiana Audubon hosts our 2026 Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary!

This great opportunity brings together natural resource specialists with adult learners (think Outdoor Ed for adults). You can learn more about the IMN program here.

There will be eight classes held in person on Friday evenings from September through November at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The first class, on Sept. 18, begins at 4:30 p.m. ET to cover welcome topics and introductions.

Participants will be provided with many hands-on opportunities to learn about our natural resources and ways to share their knowledge and experiences through volunteer service. There is no virtual component to this IMN course.

We're still planning this year's classes (from owls to moths to natural history). Be sure to check back soon for more information.

• Sept. 18, 4:30-8:30 p.m. – topic TBA
• Sept. 25, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – topic TBA
• Oct. 2, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – topic TBA
• Oct. 9, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – topic TBA
• Oct. 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – topic TBA
• Oct. 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – topic TBA
• Oct. 30, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – topic TBA
• Nov. 6, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – topic TBA

Registration for the 2026 IMN Course is $129 for Indiana Audubon members, and $149 for non-members.

A discounted field guide bundle will be available for purchase prior to the course start. A limited number of individual field guides will also be available for purchase at the beginning of the course, but pre-ordering ensures you'll have your own copy in time for the course.

Those who wish to complete their IMN certification must take a required exam and complete 24 hours of volunteer service, and may miss no more than two classes.

For any questions about this course please email [email protected] or call 765-205-1255. If you require accommodations to participate, please contact us as early as possible. While we may not be able to meet every request, we will make every reasonable effort to do so.

By registering for this field trip, you agree to Indiana Audubon's In-State Field Trip Terms and Conditions. Please review the complete terms before registering.

• Full refunds are provided for Indiana Audubon events, field trips, and public programs canceled due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances.
• Events, field trips, and public programs under $10 per person (excluding processing fees) are non-refundable.
• Refunds for events, field trips, and public programs costing $10 or more per person (excluding processing fees) require at least 30 days' advance notice and are subject to a 25% administrative fee.
• Refunds for Indiana Master Naturalist programs at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary require at least 30 days' advance notice and are subject to a 25% administrative fee.
• Separate cancellation policies may apply to the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival and to field trips, events, and public programs co-hosted with other organizations.