August 12-15, 2024
Naples Botanical Garden
4820 Bayshore Dr.
Naples, FL 34112
Instructors: Mary Helen Reuter
About this Course
The nationally recognized Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) program is designed for anyone who wants to learn more about how to develop and lead 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.
This class will share perspectives on programming and interpretation, and will benefit from the instructors’ combined 70 years of experience in the field practicing skills especially relevant to the parks, outdoor education and conservation fields.
The content of this training reflects the mission of the Garden which conserves the plants and habitats of the tropics, cultivates beauty, offers knowledge, and inspires the protection of nature.
Registration Rates
If your organization is hosting this course, please select the organization registration rate below.
If you are not affiliated with the host organization, you must select the general registration below.
$600 Regular Registration (includes a complimentary 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.
Contact Information
For more information about the course, please contact Mary Helen Reuter at [email protected] or call (239) 325-1928.
Special Terms and Cancellations
Courses may be canceled due to low enrollment. In the event that this course is canceled, NAI will contact you and you will receive a full refund.
Cancellations cannot be made by phone and must be emailed to [email protected].
Cancellations requested before August 5, 2024: will be subject to a $60 cancellation fee (unless the fees paid are less than $60); after this date no refunds will be issued.