Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program –  This program provides horticultural training to adults who, in turn, volunteer for Eau Claire County UW - Extension. The goal is to connect people with resources and research-based information to help people better understand horticulture and their environment.
Acceptance into the program includes passing a background check, approval of application, and signing a volunteer agreement.

When: Every Thursday, 6pm-9pm, March 17 – May 19, 2016 and Saturday May 28, 2016
Where: Eau Claire County UW-Extension Office, Altoona, WI
How: On-line and in-class learning
Cost: $100 (limited number of scholarships available)

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Click here for the 2016 Eau Claire County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Packet (pdf)
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Course topics include:

• pest management of mammals, insects, and diseases
• lawn care, fruits, vegetable, and tree care
• general gardening practices

The 2016 training is designed to focus on current volunteer project needs including: youth gardening and Ask-A-Master-Gardener Booth. Other volunteer opportunities are available. An educational emphasis must be a component of a volunteer project.
Maintaining volunteer status with UW-Extension’s Master Gardener Volunteer Program includes providing a minimum of 24 volunteer hours and 10 hours of continuing education.
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How do I get my volunteer hours?

Youth Education

4-H Projects
County Fair
Youth Clubs
School Presentations

Community Education

Recycling
Water Quality
Environmental Presentations
Farmer's Market
Gardenline
Public Trips/Tours
Group Presentations
Articles

Support Services

Community Beautification
Water Quality Projects
Environmental Projects
Community Committees
Research Projects
MG Activity Coordination
UW-Exten. Office Projects
MG Officer Meetings
MG Committee Meeting