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Current Volunteers

Virginia Master Naturalist volunteers are enrolled, trained (or in training) volunteers who are actively participating in and recording their time on approved service activities, chapter administration, and continuing education activities. All enrolled VMN volunteers are members of a local chapter. There are no state-level or unaffiliated VMN volunteers.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteering with VMN Virginia Master Naturalists are involved in hundreds of volunteer service activities throughout the state. These projects fall within four key areas: participatory science, stewardship, education and outreach,…

Bi-weekly Email Updates

Bi-weekly Email for October 14 Hello, VMNs. Fall is in the air! As you put out your autumn decor and break out your warmer clothes, make sure to take a…

Chapter Leadership

VMN Shenandoah Chapter board meeting, May 2023. Photo by Alex Newhart. Virginia Master Naturalist chapters are powered by volunteers! Chapters do not have paid coordinators; volunteers are in charge of…

Policies and Procedures

This page is a one-stop-shop for the most important state-level files and instructions you need as a VMN volunteer. Please check Better Impact or with your chapter leaders for chapter-level…

Connect with Us

For general inquiries about the Virginia Master Naturalist program, please contact:


540-231-0790
Photo Credits: Eastern Screech Owl (Laura Mae, Tidewater chapter)