Love gardening and sharing knowledge with others? Learn how to become an Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer in Lee County!About this Event
Open to folks in Lee and the surrounding counties!
About This Event:
Do you have a passion for plants, gardening, and community service? The N.C. Cooperative Extension – Lee County Center invites you to learn more about joining the Extension Master Gardener℠ program!
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) are trained, dedicated community members who share science-based horticultural practices with the public. From maintaining demonstration gardens to delivering community education and answering home gardening questions, our volunteers make a lasting impact across Lee County.
This informal interest meeting is your opportunity to learn all about the upcoming volunteer training course, program commitments, and the wide variety of community projects you can be a part of.
What We’ll Cover:
- Program Overview: What it means to be an Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer in Lee County.
- Training Course Details: Schedule, topics covered, cost, and class structure for the upcoming initial training course.
- Volunteer Opportunities: Learn about current projects, including the Pollinator Haven Garden, youth programs, plant clinics, and community outreach.
- Q&A Session: Connect with Extension Horticulture Agent Amanda Bratcher and current active volunteers to get all your questions answered.
Logistics & Arrival:
- Where to Meet: McSwain Center – Teaching Kitchen (2420 Tramway Rd, Sanford, NC). Park in the main lot and follow signs to the Teaching Kitchen.
- Who Should Attend: Anyone ages 18+ interested in gardening, community service, and lifelong learning! No prior expert gardening knowledge is required.
N.C. Cooperative Extension Statements:
- Nondiscrimination Statement: N.C. Cooperative Extension prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, and veteran status.
- Accommodation Statement: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, N.C. Cooperative Extension will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Please direct accommodation requests to Amanda Bratcher at [email protected] or 919-775-5624 at least 4 days prior to the event.
- NC Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity provider.
Event venue
2420 Tramway Rd, 2420 Tramway Road, Sanford, United States
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