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to the
Maine Master Gardener
Web Site
What is the Master Gardener Program?
Maine’s Master Gardener Program provides participants with at least 40 hours of in-depth training in the art and science of horticulture. Trainees receive current, research based information from Extension educators and industry experts. In return, trained Master Gardeners volunteer their time and expertise in many ways for community programs and activities.As part of a nationwide Cooperative Extension effort, Master Gardeners are recognized as well-trained practitioners who serve and beautify their communities. they are linked to a professional network of support through county, state and national Cooperative Extension offices.
In 2008, the training will focus on the topics of soil and plant management, and Food crops (vegetables, small fruits, tree fruits and food safety). The extensive course reference manual also includes chapters on growing fruits and vegetables. Cost for the training is $90.
What Volunteer Projects Do Master Gardeners Do?The kinds of volunteer projects Master Gardeners do are limited only by your imagination!
As a Master Gardener, you might...
Click here to read about some projects that Master Gardeners are working on in Maine
Who Can Become A Master Gardener?
Everyone who successfully completes the forty-plus hours of training, and volunteers forty hours towards community gardening programs and activities can become a Master Gardener. The participation fee is $90 which covers the cost of the two-volume reference manual and the training site expenses.
Master Gardeners are Lifelong Learners
Master Gardeners can help direct their own advance training. Here are examples of how Maine Master Gardeners have helped each other learn more:
In several Maine counties, Master Gardeners have created demonstration gardens, which are excellent places to teach other gardeners at field days, workshops and tours. They also provide places where Master Gardeners can experiment with new techniques, grow unusual crops, design theme gardens and hone their gardening skills.
Master Gardeners in many Maine counties meet regularly to plan update activities such as guest lecturers, workshops, and tours of gardens or horticultural businesses.
In 1996, the Maine Master Gardener Program hosted the Eastern Regional Master Gardener Conference in Portland. A group of Master Gardeners helped plan and conduct this three-day meeting for over 400 participants.
The 2008 Maine Master Gardener Volunteer training program ?
Call your county office listed in county contact for application and more information on when and where the training will be offered for your county. You can attend the training in another county, but might be required to do some of your volunteer time for that county. For a listing of upcoming trainings click here.
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Last Modified:
08/29/06
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