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MNA Committees and Volunteer Opportunities

MNA has a variety of opportunities that allow members to become more involved in the workings of the organization. Since MNA is a member-driven organization, participation in the committees by members is key to the organization's success. It's also a chance for the membership to become involved in the day-to-day workings of the group and to give back some of what they have received from MNA.

Program Committee

Get involved in planning MNA's fall conference! Share your ideas for workshop topics, presenters, or volunteer your own presentation. Contact April Rust (651-259-5706) for more information.

Fundraising Committee

The Fundraising Committee is chaired by Krista Prokosch (651.554.6534).

Legislative Committee

This committee primarily observes the legislative process and reports to the MNA Board and membership bills or activities that concern our community. This committee may also become involved in legislative processes by finding or serving as expert witnesses, writing position papers, etc. Contact Jamie McBride (612-313-7725) for more information.

Information Network Committee

This committee works to raise public awareness of the Minnesota Naturalists' Association. This is accomplished through the MNA website and newsletters that MNA produces to further the goals of the organization. For more information contact Jodi Gustafson (612.370.4903) or Hallie Wunsch (218-353-7631).

Nominating Committee

The duties of the committee are to establish candidates for future board nomination. The Nominating Committee is chaired by Pam Welisevich (651.455.4531).

Scholarship and Environmental Stewardship Committee

The Minnesota Naturalists' Association maintains an environmental stewardship fund. This fund is used to help support environmental education efforts, environmental activities, and to provide workshop scholarships to individuals who would otherwise be unable to attend MNA conferences. For more information, contact Mara Koenig.

Promotions and Outreach Committee

The Promotions and Outreach Committee works with other committees, like Programs, to create flyers, brochures, press releases, and any other materials as needed. Contact Teresa Root (651-552-8283) for more information.

Metro Naturalists' Volunteer Training Committee

This group organizes the Metro Volunteer Training sessions. Contact Katie Hoeschen for more information.

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