WNP Calendar
Find and register for all Wyoming Naturalist Program-sponsored training, programs, field trips, and service opportunities here. Events not directly sponsored by the WNP may appear here and redirect members to the appropriate registration pages. The basic training for the Wyoming Naturalist Program includes 14-16 virtual classes and a three-day in-person field training.
CLICK HERE to see the events you have registered for.
Upcoming Events
2027 Cohort Registration is OpenOct 21, 2026, 5:00 PM MDT – Nov 30, 2026, 11:59 PM MSTWyomingNaturalists.com/register
Wildlife and Conservation PolicyOct 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MDTGoogle Meet - See about the event
Salt and Nitrate Watch SurveysNov 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MSTGoogle Meet - See about the event
Wildland FirefightingDec 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM MSTGoogle Meet - See about the event
WNP Christmas Bird Count 2026Dec 19, 2026, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM MSTDeacons, 1558 Main St, Torrington, WY 82240, USA- Basic Training Begins!Feb 03, 2027, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM MSTZoom
Basic Training Outdoor WeekendMultiple DatesMay 14, 2027, 3:00 PM MDT – May 16, 2027, 12:00 PM MDTRed Canyon Ranch, Lander, WY 82520, USA- New Cohort Registration OpensMultiple DatesOct 20, 2027, 12:00 AM MDT – Nov 30, 2027, 11:59 PM MSTWyomingNaturalists.com/register
- WNP Christmas Bird Count 2027Multiple DatesDec 18, 2027, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM MSTDeacons, 1558 Main St, Torrington, WY 82240, USA
Important Annual Dates
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First Wednesday in February - Basic Training begins for the new cohort.*
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Third weekend in May - Outdoor Weekend for the new cohort.
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Third weekend in September - Annual meeting for all cohorts.**
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Third Wednesday in October - Registration opens for the next cohort.
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December 31st - All volunteer hours are due for all cohorts.
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December 31st - All advanced training hours are due for cohorts in Year 2+.
Hold these essential days each year for events appropriate for your cohort.
*Unless February begins on a Wednesday.
**Fourth weekend when September has FIVE weekends.