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February

February 11. Basic Archery Instructor (BAI) Workshop. Jackson Park and Recreation Department, Community Center, N165 W20330 Hickory Lane, Jackson WI 53037, 7:45 am to 3:00 pm. This an intense 8 hours of training to become certified as a Basic Archery Instructor (BAI) During this class you will learn NASP safe range set up, determining eye dominance, the 11 steps to archery success, running a safe range plus much more. Wear comfortable footwear and clothes. Training Requirements for BAI and BAIT Candidates; 1) Candidate must be at least 18 years old to be Nationally Certified as a Basic Archery Instructor 2) Cost includes all training material and a refresher DVD 3) Graduates must complete and submit the BAI or BAIT Graduate Information Form after completion of the class 4) General Info, Retention and Reporting Requirements available on the Archery in the Schools website. This class is designed to help make your NASP program more successful and safe for all involved! Lunch is on your own. Pre-registration is appreciated. Cost: $75.00. Contact Dan Schroeder at 608-235-4619. Prepay with checks made to Wisconsin NASP and sent to Dan Schroeder at 625 East County Road Y Suite 700, Oshkosh WI. 54901 (Payment receipts will be handed out the day of the class).

February 25. Project WILD and WILD Aquatic Workshop. Milwaukee Public Museum, Milwaukee. Teachers and nonformal educators will love this exciting conservation and environmental education program focused on wildlife and their habitats on both land & water! Workshop participants will develop new skills, learn how to adapt activities to their curriculum, explore literature and technology connections, and share expertise with colleagues. The activity guides contain hundreds of learner-centered activities are compatible with instruction in science, social studies, language arts, environmental science, and mathematics. In addition to the guides, participants will learn about and receive a collection of educational resources from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources that complement the activities presented in the guides. These programs meet state teacher and academic standards, are eligible for inclusion in an initial educator plan, and can be used in renewal of your licensure. Cost of workshop: $45. Contact Dawn Koceja, 414-278-6943.

March

March 3. Project Learning Tree Early Childhood Workshop. Milwaukee Public Museum, Milwaukee. Teachers and nonformal educators who work with 3-6 year olds will love this exciting conservation and environmental education program focused on the wonder of forests and all the great things we get from them! Workshop participants will develop new skills, learn how to adapt activities to their curriculum, explore literature and technology connections, and share expertise with colleagues. The activity guides contain hundreds of learner-centered activities are compatible with instruction in science, social studies, language arts, environmental science, and mathematics. In addition to the guides, participants will learn about and receive a collection of educational resources from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources that complement the activities presented in the guides. These programs meet state teacher and academic standards, are eligible for inclusion in an initial educator plan, and can be used in renewal of your licensure. Cost of workshop: $30. Contact Dawn Koceja, 414-278-6943.

March 30. Plant the Seed For a Green And Healthy School Workshop, Beaver Creek Reserve, Fall Creek Wisconsin. This free workshop will teach school staff, teachers, and administrators how to incorporate the Green & Healthy Schools (GHS) Program into their schools. Training will provide an in-depth introduction to the program, specifically focusing on the topics of: waste and recycling, energy, water, school facilities and grounds, and healthy lifestyles. Workshop participants will also have the opportunity to connect with area businesses, nature centers, non-profit organizations, and local governments. Schools will leave with a plan for making their individual school green and healthy. We encourage participants to register early, as space is limited! Registration for this workshop opens February 9 and closes March 16. For more information on the workshops, or to register, visit the GHS website. Contact Dan Werner at 608-267-7622 with any questions. Note: there is no reimbursement for substitute teacher costs available for this workshop. Those who would like reimbursement may register for the April 20 workshop (see calendar below).

April

April 20. Plant the Seed For a Green And Healthy School Workshop, Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary, Green Bay. This free workshop will teach school staff, teachers, and administrators how to incorporate the Green & Healthy Schools (GHS) Program into their schools. Training will provide an in-depth introduction to the program, specifically focusing on the topics of: waste and recycling, energy, water, school facilities and grounds, and healthy lifestyles. Workshop participants will also have the opportunity to connect with area businesses, nature centers, non-profit organizations, and local governments. Schools will leave with a plan for making their individual school green and healthy. Substitute teacher costs for this workshop will be covered by the DNR thanks to grants from the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin, the R.D. & Linda Peters Foundation, the Menasha Corporation, and Wisconsin Service Corporation. We encourage participants to register early, as space is limited! Registration for this workshop opens February 9 and closes April 6. For more information on the workshops, or to register, visit the GHS website. Contact Dan Werner at 608-267-7622 with any questions.

April 21. Project Learning Tree K-8 Teacher Workshop. Milwaukee Public Museum, Milwaukee. Teachers and nonformal educators will love this exciting conservation and environmental education program focused on forests and their resources! Workshop participants will develop new skills, learn how to adapt activities to their curriculum, explore literature and technology connections, and share expertise with colleagues. The activity guides contain hundreds of learner-centered activities are compatible with instruction in science, social studies, language arts, environmental science, and mathematics. In addition to the guides, participants will learn about and receive a collection of educational resources from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources that complement the activities presented in the guides. These programs meet state teacher and academic standards, are eligible for inclusion in an initial educator plan, and can be used in renewal of your licensure. Cost of workshop: $45. Contact Dawn Koceja, 414-278-6943.

April 21. Project WILD Workshop. Norda, 503 Miner Ave, Ladysmith, WI. Teachers and non-formal educators will love this exciting conservation and environmental education program focused on wildlife and their habitats on both land and water! Workshop participants will develop new skills, learn how to adapt activities to their curriculum, explore literature and technology connections, and share expertise with colleagues. The activity guides contain hundreds of learner-centered activities are compatible with instruction in science, social studies, language arts, environmental science, and mathematics. In addition to the guides, participants will learn about and receive a collection of educational resources from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources that complement the activities presented in the guides. These programs meet state teacher and academic standards, are eligible for inclusion in an initial educator plan, and can be used in renewal of your licensure. Cost of workshop: $25. Contact Mark Stensvold, 715-532-6084.