Become A Master Gardener Volunteer

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.
Contact the UW-Extension Office at 715-839-4712 or by emailing Andy.Heren@co.eau-claire.wi.us for dates of area Master Gardener Training.

Course topics include:

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

The 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.

How do I get my volunteer hours?

Answer horticulture questions at the UW-Extension office
Youth Gardens at North River Front
Community Gardens
Ask-A-Master –Gardener-Booth at the Farmers Market in Eau Claire
Extension Teaching Garden in Altoona
Writing articles for the Eau Claire Area Master Gardener Association newsletter
Master Gardener Plant Sale
Eau Claire Area Master Gardener Association Board
Winter Garden Seminar
Wisconsin Master Gardener Association (WIMGA) Board member or Local Representative
Schlegelmilch Garden
Beaver Creek Reserve
Giving horticultural presentations
Working with school gardens or other environmental education programs
Giving garden tours that have an educational component
4-H educational programs focusing on horticulture and natural resource sciences