The mission of the Missouri Master Gardener Extension Program is “helping others learn to grow.” The Master Gardener program provides in depth horticultural training to individuals who are then able to volunteer their time applying what they have learned to help others in their communities to learn about gardening and environmental education.

Master Gardener - become part of a group of volunteers who educate and transform the community by:

§  Community beautification projects

§  Restoring landscapes to their natural splendor.

§  Helping friends and neighbors appreciate the natural environment in their backyards.

§  Education of local youth groups.

After the training, you will receive a certificate for your training and be well on your way to becoming a full Master Gardener.

You will become a full Master Gardener after you complete 20 hours of volunteer time with your local chapter.  At that point you will receive your official Master Gardener name badge.

Future opportunities for informational sessions will be available each month to learn more about horticulture resource needs.

Sponsoring organizations:
- Butler County Master Gardeners
- University of Missouri Extension

Additional Partners:
- Missouri Department of Conservation
- Cane Creek Sod Farm
- Butler County Parks and Recreation

2010 Course Details

Class schedule and locations

Registration Information:

Registration Deadline: to be announced

Complete a registration form and return with payment to the Butler County Extension office.  Please call 573-686-8064 for more information.

University of Missouri Extension
Attention: Master Gardener Program

222 N. Broadway Street
Poplar Bluff MO 63901
 

For more information, contact:

Sarah Denkler
University of Missouri Extension
573-686-8064

Chris Waite

University of Missouri Extension
573-686-8064