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Heritage Interpretive Guide (HIG) Certificate Course Dec. 1-3, 2026 – Via Zoom

What would change if your audiences didn’t just learn—but felt connected, inspired, and moved to care? Join Monique Thompson of Raindrop Naturalist –

What This Course Offers

The Heritage Interpretive Guide (HIG) Certificate Course is a 18-hour, research-based program grounded in the work of Freeman Tilden, Dr. Sam Ham, and other leaders in interpretation. You’ll also explore how AI can support creativity and efficiency—without replacing your human voice or professional judgment.

You’ll receive personal coaching and expert feedback as you design, refine, and deliver your own interpretive experience plan.

Who Should Attend

Tour guides • Interpreters • Rangers • Educators • Naturalists • Historians
 Docents • Animal care staff • Volunteers • Museum, park, zoo, and aquarium professionals

Course Format (18 Hours)

2 hours – Self-paced learning

Guided Workbook

Reflection and Discussion Prompts

Knowledge Checks

16 hours – Live on Zoom (3 days)

  • Days 1–2: 6 hours/day of instruction, discussion, coaching, and applied practice
  • Day 3: 4 hours delivering and refining a 10-minute live interpretive program

Course Details Dec. 1-3, 2026
  Dec. 1-2 | 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. MDT
  Dec. 3 | 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. MDT
   Live via Zoom

Dec. 1-3, 2026

 $199(includes HIG training manual & HIG Certificate)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND PAY

  Questions?  Contact Monique at raindropranch@gmail.com

Let’s shape the future of interpretation—together.

Move beyond information delivery into purpose-driven interpretation that inspires people to care for and care about a place, story, or species—building understanding, responsibility, and stewardship..

Let’s shape the future of interpretation—together.

Special Terms & Cancellations (HIG Certificate Course) 

Courses may be canceled due to low enrollment. If this course is canceled, you may transfer to another HIG course or receive a full refund. Cancellations made more than 7 days before the course start date are eligible for a refund or course transfer. Cancellations made within 7 days of the course start date are not eligible for a refund but may be transferred one time only to a future course, subject to availability. After this one-time transfer, the registration becomes non-refundable and non-transferable. All cancellation or transfer requests must be submitted in writing via email.    Questions?  Contact Monique at raindropranch@gmail.com


Let’s shape the future of interpretation—together.

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