# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Master Stewardship 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: What does it mean to be a “steward of the land”? What is ecological restoration? How do you know what to do or where to start? The Master Stewardship Program at Merry Lea is designed to guide you through the process of creating a plan to restore and steward the land around you using best management practices. This multi-part workshop is designed for adults interested in the outside world, whether they are a landowner, hiker,  hunter, and/or tree-hugger.  

The program consists of 6 classroom sessions, 3 field trips and 1 capstone presentation. Participants are expected to attend all sessions and field trips. This program will occur between February and August 2026. To receive a certificate of completion, participants are also asked to complete 30 hours of hands-on stewardship volunteer work within one year of beginning the program. 

Participants will walk away with a written management plan for the property of their choice (land ownership not required!), gain knowledge and skills in best management practices, and connect to surrounding stewardship communities and resources available to them.

Cost: $100 per individual
*Includes snacks, administrative fees and program supplies. Fee is due in full upon registration to secure spot, and is non-refundable.

*Participants are to bring their own sack lunch & reusable water bottles.

Registration & more details: https://goshen.doubleknot.com/registration/calendardetail.aspx?activitykey=3121009&orgkey=4606&ReturnURL=//goshen.doubleknot.com/app/calendar/month/4606/2026-02-01/4606/0/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kimmell/master-stewardship-2026/200029326497147
- **Event Categories**: workshops, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 3

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Kimmell
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2152 S 425 W, Albion, IN 46701-9443, United States
- **lat**: 41.32017
- **long**: -85.50345
- **full address**: 2152 S 425 W, Albion, IN 46701-9443, United States, Kimmell, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Master Stewardship 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Master Stewardship 2026 takes place on Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 2152 S 425 W, Albion, IN 46701-9443, United States, Kimmell, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Master Stewardship 2026?
  - **A:** Master Stewardship 2026 is organized by Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Master Stewardship 2026 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 Kimmell, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Master Stewardship 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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