Become a certified master gardener

Informational meeting July 8; Classes start Aug 21

(Rockwall County) June 4, 2013 – Do you have a love of gardening?  Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge with others?  Consider becoming a Certified Master Gardener.  The Rockwall County Master Gardener Association is a volunteer development organization that is an integral part of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.  We are trained volunteers who provide information, education, and technical assistance in the areas of gardening and home horticulture within our community and county. 

Class begins August 21, 2013 and meets every Wednesday until November 6, 9 am – 4 pm.  This is a 12 week intensive study program in the broad spectrum of horticulture utilizing researched based information.  Requirements to be certified include 72 hours of volunteer service in horticulture education under the leadership of the Extension Service. 

Interested persons may obtain an application by calling the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension office at 972-204-7660.  Completed applications must be returned to the office by June 26, 2013.  Cost $185 – due upon acceptance into program.  Informational Meeting set for:  July 8th  6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office, 915 Whitmore, Suite B, Rockwall, Texas 75087.

Submitted by Shelly Spearman, Office Manager, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.

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