# Event Details - **Event Name**: Northshore Naturalist Weekend Workshop - May - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: ***This program is full! Please register for the wait list and we will notify you if a spot opens up.*** Northshore Naturalist Overnight Intro Workshop Fontainebleau State Park, May 15th-May17th The Northshore Naturalist Introduction Workshop is a weekend quick study of the natural world. This program includes a mix of classroom instruction and guided field instruction, both from subject matter experts. This program takes place at Fontainebleau State Park and includes optional tent camping at a large group camp site. You may opt out of camping; you will be able to leave the park at night and return for the morning activities. No experience or prior knowledge required to attend! Anybody with an interest in the natural world of Southeast Louisiana is encouraged to attend. Birdwatchers have what’s referred to as a “spark bird”—the bird that sparked their interest in birdwatching. The primary goal of this workshop is to connect you what whatever your “spark” subject may be in nature, whether that’s a funky insect you’ve never seen before, a wonderful plant you can’t stop thinking about, or the unique role mycelium plays in the environment. About the instructors: Alex Landry (Workshop Director) is Pelican Park/ Recreation District 1’s naturalist and environmental education programs coordinator. He is a certified Louisiana Master Naturalist of Greater Baton Rouge and Greater New Orleans and is certified through The Rattlesnake Conservancy for Venomous Snake Handling. Greg Capranica is the founder of Millefleur Native Landscapes and Apiary, a certified Louisiana Master Naturalist of Greater Baton Rouge, a Certified Louisiana Native Plant Professional through the Louisiana Native Plant Society, and serves on the Board of Commissioners for Wild Ones Pontchartrain Basin. Jordan Gros is a Biological Engineer and founder of Mycocentrics, a local company specializing in functional mushrooms. Garrett Shelton is Fontainebleau State Park’s Interpretive Ranger. Leon Zebrick is an amateur astronomer and founder of Pelican Park’s Outreach Astronomy Program. Program Itinerary May 2026 Friday, May 15th (Sunset 7:48PM) 4:00-6:00pm: (Campsite) Set-up camp. 6:00-7:00pm: (Classroom) Introductions, welcome with Alex Landry 7:00-til: (Campsite) Dinner, campfire, moth sheet with Alex Landry, Stargazing with Leon Zebrick Saturday, May 16th (SR: 6:06AM; SS: 7:49PM) 7:30-9:00am: (Beach) Bird walk with Alex Landry 9:00-10:00am: Break 10:00-11:00am: (Classroom) Birds with Alex Landry 11:00-12:00pm: (Classroom) Louisiana Mushrooms with Jordan Gros 12:00-1:00pm: Lunch 1:00-2:00pm: Native Louisiana Habitats with Greg Capranica 2:00-3:30pm: Field hike with Alex Landry, Jordan Gros, and Greg Capranica. 3:30-4:00pm: Break. 4:00-5:00pm: (Classroom) Insects with Alex Landry; 5:00-6:00pm (Classroom) Luminescence and Fluorescence with Leon Zebrick 6:00-8:00pm: Dinner 8:00-9:30pm: Night Hike Sunday, May 17th (SR: 6:06AM) 9:00-10:30am: Plants with a Purpose with Garrett Shelton 10:30-11:30am: Venomous Snakes of Louisiana with Alex Landry 11:30-12:30pm: Lunch 12:30-2:00pm: Wrap up; what’s next with Alex Landry Registration includes: • Binocular rental • Flashlight rental • Headlamp rental • Campsite fee • Entrance fee to the park Please bring with you: • A tent (if camping) • Long sleeves shirts and pants are preferred for hikes. • Water bottle • Food for the weekend. There will be a camp stove and firepit for cooking. • Outdoor hiking shoes/boots (no open-toed shoes please) You may want to bring: • Your own flashlight or head lamp • A folding chair for the camp area • Your own binoculars • Snacks Accessibility The hikes will take place on flat ground covered in grass or hard-packed mud as well as a sandy beach. The trails we hike on will be relatively flat but uneven at times with protruding tree roots and other tripping hazards. We will cover approximately 5 miles over the course of the program. The classroom portion will take place indoors with nearby accessible restrooms, a water fountain, and electricity to charge devices. The parking lot is paved with designated accessible spaces. The group campsite does not have water or electricity, but it is a short walk away from accessible restrooms and showers. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any accessibility concerns you may have. We are happy to accommodate you to the best of our ability! Weather/cancellation Policy In the event of a weather cancellation, we will notify all participants by email no later than Thursday, May 14th. We will make all efforts to reschedule at a later date. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mandeville/northshore-naturalist-weekend-workshop-may/200029679829144 - **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures, camping, trekking - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 115 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Mandeville - **state**: LA - **country**: United States - **location**: Fontainebleau State Park - **lat**: 30.34778 - **long**: -90.05644 - **full address**: Fontainebleau State Park, 62883 LA-1089, Mandeville, LA 70448-7304, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Northshore Naturalist Weekend Workshop - May - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b2659f3e3da267016560adb73f66e490fcaac065e8a20da69f9274a33842c1c2-rimg-w1200-h675-dc2f2e2f-gmir?v=1775841745 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Northshore Naturalist Weekend Workshop - May being held? - **A:** Northshore Naturalist Weekend Workshop - May takes place on Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Fontainebleau State Park, 62883 LA-1089, Mandeville, LA 70448-7304, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Northshore Naturalist Weekend Workshop - May? - **A:** Northshore Naturalist Weekend Workshop - May is organized by Pelican Park Nature Club. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Pelican Park Nature Club's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Pelican Park Nature Club a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Pelican Park Nature Club 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:** Northshore Naturalist Weekend Workshop - May 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 Mandeville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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