Registration for the 2011 Master Gardener Training Classes in Christian County is now open and schedules have been announced. Classes will be held October 3rd through November 14 with a special Orientation Class to be held on September 26.

There will be two locations: Branson West- afternoon sessions and There will only be classes held in Ozark - evening sessions. Click below for the informational brochure and registration form. You can also download the training schedule. Please note that the classes scheduled in Branson West have been CANCELLED.

 2011 Master Gardener Training Schedule (20.54 kB)
2011 Master Gardener Training Brochure & Registration Form  (99.02 kB)

“This is a great opportunity for persons interested in horticulture and gardening to learn new skills, volunteer for community educational projects and become associated with other gardeners in the area with similar interests,” said Gordon Carriker, agriculture business specialist with University of Missouri Extension in Christian County.

The intensive multi-week Master Gardener courses begin with orientations on September 26. The trainings will consist of ten three-hour classes on specific Monday and Thursday afternoons in Branson West and evenings at Ozark. The classes will all occur from Oct. 3 to Nov. 14.

Classes will be held in the evening from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Ozark.

According to Tim Schnakenberg, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension in Stone County, the classes are taught by educators from University of Missouri Extension, Master Gardeners, Missouri Department of Conservation and the Missouri Department of Agriculture.

“There is a course fee which covers the 30 hours of instruction and many resource materials including the ‘Missouri Grounds for Gardening’ manual,” said Carriker.

For more information and to pre-register for the course series, contact Schnakenberg at the Stone County Extension Center, (417) 357-6812 or contact Dr. Carriker at the Christian County Extension Center, (417) 581-3558.

Pre-registration is needed by September 29, however it is recommended to attend the orientation for a review of the program. Space is limited, so register early.

“The Master Gardener Program is a popular, successful statewide volunteer community-service organization administered through University of Missouri Extension. The organization’s goal is to train gardeners who are willing to share their knowledge with others,” said Carriker.

Master Gardeners become volunteers of the University of Missouri and donate volunteer hours for community educational projects in horticulture. Participants who complete the course can become a part of one of the Master Gardener groups throughout Missouri.

Why become a Master Gardener Volunteer?

The Master Gardener Volunteer program is an opportunity for individuals to learn and share knowledge with others. Each person entering the program agrees to a time commitment to the master Gardener Program. This consists of at least 30 hours of approved activities the first year and 20 hours each year following to maintain their Master Gardener status. Following training, Master Gardener Interns are encouraged to join an existing Master Gardener group for organized educational efforts.

Training for Christian County - 2011

Master Gardener candidates receive 30 hours of basic horticulture training on a wide variety of topics taught by University of Missouri Extension Specialistes and other qualified professionals. Class topics include:

Two Options for Classes:

Most Mondays and Thursdays with some exceptions - October 3th to November 14th.

Location:

 In Ozark:
OTC - Richwood Valley Campus
6:30PM to 9:30PM

Orientation:

Attendance of Orientation is strongly recommended to understand the master Gardener commitment and program.

October 4th
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM in Ozark

Program Fees:

The cost of the program is:
$135.00 per person for whole course
$225.00 per couple from same household (one set of materials)

For More Information Contact:

Click below for the Informational Brochure/Registration Form and Training Schedule. Please note that the classes in Branson West have been CANCELLED.

 2011 Master Gardener Training Schedule (20.54 kB)

 Master Gardener Training Brochure 2011 (99.02 kB)