May 27-30, 2025
Wachtmeister Field Station (St. Lawrence University)
Co-hosted by St. Lawrence University's Center for the Environment and Nature Up North
23 Romoda Dr.
Canton, NY 13617
Instructor: Katie Mulverhill
About this Course
The nationally recognized Certificate of Interpretive Guiding (CIG) program is designed for anyone wanting to learn more about developing and leading interpretive programs. This course will introduce you to the history, definitions, and principles of interpretation. During the course, you will develop a program outline and deliver a 10-minute thematic presentation, all with the support of your instructor(s) and fellow participants. You will learn how to make your programs purposeful, enjoyable, relevant, organized, and thematic, and leave ready to facilitate meaningful experiences that inspire engagement with the world around us.
Registration Rates
If you are part of the St. Lawrence University select the student registration rate below and contact the instructor to receive a promo code.
If you are not affiliated with the host organization select the general registration below.
$600 Regular Registration (includes a one-year NAI membership)
NAI members receive a discounted registration rate based on membership type. Please log into your NAI account to see your member rate below.
NAI membership will start a few days before the course or if you used a promo code, it will start shortly after the course. You will receive a welcome email when it has been activated.
Location Information
The Field Station is not far from the main campus. Drive out of Canton on Park St. Take the first left after the bridge. Nearby hotels include Best Western University Inn, Fairfield Inn and Suites, and the Holiday Inn Express.
Contact Information
Before the start of the course, you will receive information from your instructor on how the course will work and the times you will be meeting. For more information about the course contact Katie Mulverhill at [email protected] or call 315-949-1008.
Special Terms and Cancellations
Courses may be canceled due to low enrollment. If this course is canceled, NAI will contact you and you will receive a full refund.
Cancellations requested before May 20, 2025: will be subject to a $75 cancellation fee; no refunds will be issued after this date. If you need to cancel your registration it must be emailed to [email protected].