Interested in volunteering at the Konza Prairie? You can become a Konza Prairie Docent! The Konza Prairie Docent Program offers specialized training for community members interested in volunteering at Konza Prairie and learning about tallgrass prairie research and ecology.  Trained docents guide hikes and driving tours for public and school groups visiting Konza Prairie.  Other opportunities include helping with work days and special projects, as well as attending educational in-services and social events.

New Docent Orientation will begin on Saturday, March 7 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. There are 12 training session to become a Konza Prairie Docent, and the orientation will introduce you to the Konzza Prairie Biological Station and the Konza Environmental Education Program.  Come find out about the Docent Program, preview program materials and the upcoming training schedule, meet experienced docents and Konza Prairie staff, and view a presentation about Konza Prairie.

The training event will be held at the Humbert Education Center, pass the Nature Trail kiosk and around the corner to the right, lower level of the Ranch House. For more information, visit the website here, or contact Jill Haukos, Director of Education, at 785-587-0381 or at konzaed@ksu.edu.

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