# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 04:30 pm – Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Learn more about environmental topics in the Hoosier state while making new friends!About this EventJoin 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.Schedule of TopicsSept. 18, 4:30-8:30 p.m. – Prescribed BurningSept. 25, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – Native Bees of IndianaOct. 2, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – Botany and Ecological SystemsOct. 9, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – SoilsOct. 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – Water and the Hoosier RiverwatchOct. 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – Native Moths of IndianaOct. 30, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – Native Plant Communities of East-Central IndianaNov. 6, 5:30-8:30 p.m. – Saw-whet Owl Biology and BandingRegistrationRegistration 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.QuestionsFor any questions about this course please email MGBS@indianaaudubon.org 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.Terms and ConditionsBy 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. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/4317f370-a9f9-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w987-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg Cancellation PolicyFull 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. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/connersville/2026-indiana-master-naturalist-course-at-mary-gray-bird-sanctuary/100001983113266163 - **Event Categories**: workshops, festivals, volunteering - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.51, max: 160.83, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Connersville - **state**: IN - **country**: United States - **location**: Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary - **lat**: 39.5872228 - **long**: -85.2284528 - **full address**: Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary, 3499 South Bird Sanctuary Road, Connersville, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bca308bbe2d4730c3d0dd225cccd4f87016c0d5ad9504ebdc366637edfbcedd2-rimg-w1200-h600-dc4a5e2c-gmir.jpg?v=1783978388 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary being held? - **A:** 2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary takes place on Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary, 3499 South Bird Sanctuary Road, Connersville, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary? - **A:** 2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary is organized by Indiana Audubon Society. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Indiana Audubon Society's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Indiana Audubon Society a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Indiana Audubon Society has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Connersville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Course at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bca308bbe2d4730c3d0dd225cccd4f87016c0d5ad9504ebdc366637edfbcedd2-rimg-w1200-h600-dc4a5e2c-gmir.jpg?v=1783978388", "startDate": "2026-09-18T16:30:00-04:00", "endDate": "2026-09-18T20:30:00-04:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/connersville/2026-indiana-master-naturalist-course-at-mary-gray-bird-sanctuary/100001983113266163", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "3499 South Bird Sanctuary Road", "postalCode": "47331", "addressLocality": "Connersville", "addressRegion": "IN", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "39.5872228", "longitude": "-85.2284528" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Learn more about environmental topics in the Hoosier state while making new friends!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-07-13", "availabilityEnds": "2026-09-18T20:30:00-04:00", "validFrom": "2026-07-13", "lowPrice": "12.51", "highPrice": "160.83", "price": "12.51", "url": "https://allevents.in/connersville/2026-indiana-master-naturalist-course-at-mary-gray-bird-sanctuary/100001983113266163" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-07-13", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-07-13", "url": "https://allevents.in/connersville/2026-indiana-master-naturalist-course-at-mary-gray-bird-sanctuary/100001983113266163", "price": "139.49", "name": "IMN Course Ticket (IAS Members)" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-07-13", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-07-13", "url": "https://allevents.in/connersville/2026-indiana-master-naturalist-course-at-mary-gray-bird-sanctuary/100001983113266163", "price": "160.83", "name": "IMN Course Ticket (Non-IAS Members)" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-07-13", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-07-13", "url": "https://allevents.in/connersville/2026-indiana-master-naturalist-course-at-mary-gray-bird-sanctuary/100001983113266163", "price": "12.51", "name": "$10 donation" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-07-13", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-07-13", "url": "https://allevents.in/connersville/2026-indiana-master-naturalist-course-at-mary-gray-bird-sanctuary/100001983113266163", "price": "28.52", "name": "$25 donation" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-07-13", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-07-13", "url": "https://allevents.in/connersville/2026-indiana-master-naturalist-course-at-mary-gray-bird-sanctuary/100001983113266163", "price": "55.20", "name": "$50 donation" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Indiana Audubon Society", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/indiana-audubon-society/18596355" } ] } ] ```