Become a Master Gardener

Want to learn more about gardening?  Looking to make a difference by volunteering in your community?

If you've answered yes, then we want you!

This years Master Gardener Training class consists of a 12-week virtual course starting August 13th- November 19th.  Canvas course class assignments will be completed on your schedule before the required Wednesday evening class via Zoom for discussion from 7:00pm-8:30pm. There will be in-person hands-on Saturday field trips.

Upon graduation, the participant will return 50 hours of service to the local Virginia Cooperative Extension by participating in various Master Gardener services to the community such as answering horticulture questions at the help desk, conducting educational programs, leading a team, or providing support to other Master Gardeners in many other areas. To maintain Master Gardener status after the first year, each volunteer must complete 20 hours of service to the community and eight hours of continuing education.

Course fee:  Cost is $185.  The application portal for the next Master Gardener training class is open from April 30th through July 7th.  Course fee includes a digital version of the training manual and a non-refundable background check fee of $12.50 and a non-refundable credit card fee of $7.33

                                                           SPACE IS LIMITED,  SO SIGN UP EARLY!

 

REGISTER HERE