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Master Gardener program
Please feel free to contact our office with any questions about our programs and services to the community. We are available for presentations, programs, and information that you, your group, or organization might like to know.
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Horticulture Coordinator Kim Stover 1415 U.S. Rte. 22 SW, Suite#100 |
The Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program has rapidly expanded in the last few years. In 1991, there were less than 10 Ohio counties with Master Gardener Volunteers. In 2007 over 71 counties are involved. In addition, there are a number of counties that have expressed interest in starting the program in the near future. |
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There are many exciting opportunities for continuing education and camaraderie; this group of dedicated volunteers is an important component of the OSU Extension Organization. The Master Gardeners’ knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm have become essential to Extension education of consumer horticulture in the state of Ohio. The formal training program is the responsibility of the Fayette County Extension professionals. Instructors are Ohio State University faculty, Extension Specialists, Extension Associates, experienced Master Gardeners, and other experts. |
The OSU Extension Master Gardener Program is a statewide network of volunteer education and leadership development; as well as a consumer horticulture education delivery system that maximizes human, material, and natural resources, and values teamwork and excellence in educational programming. |
The Fayette County Master Gardener volunteers welcome you to join their group. It is fun with activities for every type of gardener. Each member is unique and knowledgeable in different aspects of horticulture. The group is very friendly and helpful.
Fayette County Master Gardener By-Laws (.pdf)
Contact Kim Stover at 740-335-1150 for more information.
Current programs and information
Fayette County "Sponsor a Pot"
The Fayette County Master Gardener Volunteers design and plant beautiful flower pots and place them downtown Washington Court House to make our community more welcoming and bright. If you are proud of our downtown like we are, consider sponsoring one of these pots. Sponsor-a-pot program flyer (.pdf)
Fayette County annual Spring Fling
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Heritage Memorial Hall
Spring Fling Program Flyer (.pdf)
Summer Garden Bus Tour
Thursday, June 12, 8 a.m.
Training
**Master Gardener Training Class Schedule**
If you are interested in joining the Fayette County Master Gardeners, the formal training is the beginning. The training provides a balanced, integrated, and practical course in plant science. Instructors are Ohio State University faculty, Extension Specialists, Extension Associates, experienced Master Gardeners, and other experts. Core topics include…
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Special topics, based on local needs |
Volunteer Commitment
The Master Gardener training course consists of a minimum of 50 hours of instruction. An equivalent number (50) of horticulturally significant volunteer hours is required to become a certified Master Gardener. Master Gardeners may recertify by completing 25 additional hours of public service and 6 hours of advanced educational training. Only unpaid public service in Ohio State University Extension-sponsored activities count toward the requirement.
Statewide Mission Statement
Our Mission - The Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener Program provides knowledge to and develops the leadership abilities of volunteers who, in turn, enable others to improve the quality of their lives by enhancing their home and community environments through horticultural education and activities.
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