What is Biodiversity? Biodiversity is an abbreviation of the term “biological diversity”. It encompasses the variety of life on Earth, including genetic, species, and ecosystem variation. New species are being discovered every year, including ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
The Natural Areas Training Academy (NATA) had another successful year of supporting natural areas managers with professional development opportunities to conserve Florida’s natural resources. NATA offers courses on practical, field-oriented ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
As of November 2024, we’re excited to welcome Hannah as the newest member of NATA. Hannah is stepping into the role of Training Coordinator, taking over from Jessica, who has moved on to new opportunities. We would like to take a moment to ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
The Certificate in Natural Areas Management (CNAM) is offered by the Natural Areas Training Academy (NATA) to individuals who complete the four NATA 'core' courses and one wildland fire training. NATA offers courses on practical, field-oriented ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
Registration is currently open for NATA’s Managing Visitors and Volunteers course*! The goal of this course is to provide guidance on how to integrate visitors and volunteers in natural areas management. Participants will: Learn ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
NATA welcomes the new Workshop Coordinator, Cherice Smithers. As a native Floridian, Cherice has long been interested in the conservation of Florida’s natural resources. She received a B.S. in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, and an M.S. ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
NATA leadership changes This was the 22nd year of operation for the Natural Areas Training Academy (NATA). The year was marked by several significant changes. As mentioned in a previous blog post, we said farewell to Dr. Holly Ober, director ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
NATA was thrilled to be able to offer its first core workshop since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Managing for Diversity across Florida's Unique Landscapes was offered in a hybrid format (comprised of both an online and in-person component) ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
After serving as the NATA director from 2008-2021, Dr. Holly Ober has accepted a new position as the Associate Dean for Science Outreach and Program Leader for Forestry and Natural Resources Extension at Oregon State University. We greatly ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
Last month, the Natural Areas Training Academy (NATA) was pleased to collaborate with the Florida Park Service (FPS) to offer for the very first time a 100% virtual Florida Fuels & Weather fire training. This training, typically offered ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension