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The South Carolina Master Naturalist program is a Clemson Public Service activity. It is administered through the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources at Clemson University. A Master Naturalist must undergo specific training in helping to maintain the quality of native ecosystems. Participants are educated in areas such as the underlying geology, specific inhabitants (birds, plants, mammals, etc.), ecology, and the impacts of humans on the landscape. The state office provides a common manual for use by Certified Naturalists throughout the state, which center on basic geological, biological, and ecological, and human impact. The South Carolina Master Naturalist Program is comprised of a corps of volunteers who provide education, outreach, and service to their communities. Their service is dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities. A Master Naturalist must undergo specific training in helping to maintain the quality of native ecosystems. Once trained, Master Naturalists volunteer in a variety of projects. Training is offered through Host Sites located around the state. The Host sites are partnerships between the state office of the Master Naturalist program, County Extension agents, local onservation-based organizations and representatives from the SC Department of Natural Resources, SC State Parks and others. Individuals who participate in the program bring diverse skills and experiences that contribute their time, ideas, and resources in helping to preserve and maintain the native eco-systems throughout the South. I received my certification in this area in May of 2011 and find it to be both rewarding and useful in my career as a Land Specialist. If you would like further information, please contact me today.