This free volunteer training workshop includes fun and educational lessons in identifying local frog and toad species by their calls, understanding the conservation issues that amphibians face, and practicing the FrogWatch USA protocols to collect data for citizen science.

No previous scientific background or knowledge of amphibians is required.

This training is for adults, though youth ages 10 and up are welcome with an adult who will also complete the training.

Upon completion of both sessions, participants will be recognized as FrogWatch USA volunteers. The second session will provide volunteers the opportunity to practice FrogWatch protocols and complete a knowledge assessment.

There is no fee to participate in the training sessions or to become a FrogWatch volunteer, however, registration is required. Registration for the first session automatically registers participants in the second session.

September 26 & 27, 2026 @ Crowders Mountain State Park Visitor Center - 522 Park Office Lane, Kings Mountain, NC

   Day1 (Saturday, September 26) 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

   Day 2 (Sunday, September 27) 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

January 28 & 29, 2027 @ Moores Creek National Battlefield, Patriots Hall - 380 Patriots Hall Drive, NC

   Day1 (Thursday, January 28) 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

   Day 2 (Friday, January 29) 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

January 30 & 31, 2027 @ Neuseway Nature Center - 401 W. Caswell St., Kinston, NC

   Day1 (Saturday, January 30) 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

   Day 2 (Sunday, January 31) 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

February 13 & 20, 2027 @ Leland Cultural Arts Center - 1212 Magnolia Village Way, NC

   Day1 (Saturday, January 30) 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

   Day 2 (Sunday, January 31) 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

More trainings to come in January and February 2027. 

For assistance with registration, call the registrar at 910-772-0542. Please direct all other questions and requests for more information to Kristin.Holloman-Noe@ncaquariums.com.