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In 1975, Jasper Ridge began developing community education programs that would
enhance educational opportunities for both the university and the community. In 1977,
Stanford students were incorporated into the docent program and a formal, rigorous
class was established (Biology 96 A/B). During academic year 2004/2005, the JRBP
docent program included about 100 affiliates, approximately 65 from the community and
35 Stanford students.
After completing the course work, JRBP docents help provide field education opportunities and increase community awareness of the work done at the Preserve by leading tours and/or assisting with other efforts at Jasper Ridge. JR docents have opportunities to work with researchers and some projects at the Preserve are managed entirely by docents. For many years, members of the JRBP community have conducted regular bird surveys and produced invaluable bird lists and data bases. Docent efforts are also responsible for the outstanding teaching collection in the JRBP Herbarium and the Preserve's bat research. 
The docent training course and the Jasper Ridge community exemplify the efforts of
instructors and students to provide opportunities for inquiry-based education in ecology
and provide a bridge between education (both formal and informal) and the volunteer
base of the Preserve.
Looking to the future and the consistent increase in demand for meaningful environmental education, new collaborations at the Preserve are aimed at teacher education and intensive field classes for selected schools. Docent participation is key to the success of these new models.  Download Bio 96/JR Docent Program Recruiting Poster (PDF Format). Download Printable Information Sheet (PDF Format). Download Student Application (PDF Format). Download Community Application (PDF Format).Download 2007 Docent Class Album (Powerpoint Format) This is a 66.7MB file -- please save locally before launching presentation. For more information about Biology 96A/B (the JRBP Docent Training Class), contact: Cindy Wilber Education Coordinator (650) 327-2277 Please visit our Tour Information page for information about when tours are offered at Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve and how to arrange tours. |
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