Start date: Friday, August 28 2026.

Schedule:

 Friday, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ,

 Online - Microsoft Teams ,

Resource person: Stewardship Ecologist Jackie Bero jbero@mccdistrict.org or 815-219-1549

Description:

Join part 3 of our bilingual conversation webinar series!  Whether you attended last year or are joining for the first time, this is a great opportunity to refresh your skills, build confidence in your Spanish, and prepare for conversations in the field.

During the webinar, we'll review:

  • Basic Spanish language skills
  • Vocabulary and practical phrases for being outdoors
  • Cultural context that helps foster inclusivity in conservation

 

If you’d like extra practice, here are some links to explore:

  • Watch the recordings for Part 1 and Part 2
  • Check out the ¡Habla Verde! Resource Hub, which includes:
    • A Guide to Spanish in Conservation (Online version & printable PDF)
    • Field-friendly phrase guides
    • Vocabulary sheets for practice
    • Downloadable lanyard cards

 

If you would like to learn more about bilingual opportunities, contact Stewardship & Outreach Seasonal Ren Wells at lwells@mccdistrict.org or Stewardship Ecologist Jackie Bero at jbero@mccdistrict.org. 

Available spots: 32 out of 40

Price: $0.00 Taxes waived

Required age: Over 14 years old on the day of the activity

Notes: The virtual meeting link for the webinar will be sent you 1-2 days beforehand.

Prerequisites: This event is more appropriate for teens and adults. Any volunteers ages 14-17 are encouraged to attend with a parent/guardian, or may attend with a permission slip if their parent/guardian is not attending.

Tags: Volunteer

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