CIG Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve February 2022

Certified Interpretive Guide Training Course

February 1-4, 2022
Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve
342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells, ME 04090
Instructors: Suzanne Kahn and Caryn Beiter
Registration Cost: $230 (Certification is an additional $150)



Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve, in partnership with the National Association for Interpretation (NAI), is offering a training course for individuals in the field of Interpretation. It is designed for individuals who deliver interpretive programs or have contact with the public at interpretive sites.

Course Options

There are two options for this course.

Option one: take the course without obtaining the CIG certificate.  
Option two: take the course and add the certificate as a Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG). You will pay an additional fee for the certificate. The CIG lasts four years and comes with a complimentary one year membership. If you are already a member of NAI we will add your complimentary membership onto the end of your current membership.

The CIG Program

The nationally recognized Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) program is designed for anyone in the interpretive field. Whether you’re a new hire, a professional looking to refresh your skills, or beginning a second career, this course will aid you in improving your presentation techniques. The course combines the theoretical foundations of the profession with practical strategies in delivering quality interpretive programming to visitors.

This 32-hour course includes:

  • The history, definition, and principles of interpretation.
  • Techniques on how to make your programs purposeful, enjoyable, relevant, organized, and thematic.
  • How to use tangible objects to connect your audience to intangible ideas and universal concepts.
  • The 2 requirements needed to obtain a CIG (program outline, and 10 minute interpretive presentation).

Lodging

Housing for the week of the training is available first come, first serve at the Alheim Commons dormitory, located within a 10-minute walk of our main campus. To reserve a room ($45/night), please contact Tom Karb at tomkarb@yahoo.com.

Additional Information

In light of the recent surge in COVID cases, proof of vaccination (and masking) is now required for participation in this CIG workshop at the Wells Reserve. Please email a copy/photo of your vaccination card to suzanne@wellsnerr.org.

Further Information

For more information about the course, please contact Suzanne Kahn at suzanne@wellsnerr.org or call (207) 646-1555 ext.116.

Special Terms and Cancellations

Cancellations and transfers must be made in writing and emailed, postmarked, or faxed by January 16, 2022. A nonrefundable processing fee of $50 will be assessed. Emailed cancellations and transfers should be sent to certification@interpnet.com. Cancellations and transfers cannot be made by phone.

No transfers or refunds will be given after January 16, 2022.

When
2/1/2022 - 2/4/2022
Where
Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve 342 Laudholm Farm Road Wells, ME 04090 UNITED STATES
Online registration not available.

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