We would like to invite you to our upcoming 2026 Friends of Tryon Creek Nature Educator Training!
Who should attend? Educators, teachers, community members, volunteers, and early career folks. Those interested in learning more about the environmental field, restoration, cultural implementation, and working with youth.
Learn Indigenous ways of knowing, culturally proficient communication, land-based educational hike methodology and more.
Learning goals/objectives:
Learn tools of balance through the Relational Worldview Model
Explore Indigenous ways of knowing with guest speaker, Lili Yazzie (Navajo)
Experience an educational hike using land-based methodology
Learn how Friends of Tryon Creek embodies our values and focuses on equity, inclusion and social justice
Additional Information:
$40 for members, or $70 for non-members, including a complimentary individual Friends of Tryon Creek membership
Scholarships available upon request
Light refreshments and snacks will be provided
Certificate of accomplishment upon completion
Register Here (members can log in to get a discount)
If you have any questions, please email Education Program Coordinator, Betty Bryant.