Master gardener training kicks off in September

The UW-Extension Master Gardener Training Program is offered in Douglas County at the Douglas County Courthouse Building. The 12-week class meets 6-9 p.m. Tuesday evenings, Sept. 4- Nov. 20, providing there are enough registrants. A yet undetermined orientation class will be held prior to the Sept. 4 session. The class registration fee is $125.

Pre-registration deadline is noon Aug. 24. You may pre-register by calling the Douglas County UW-Extension Office at (715) 395-1363 or emailing cheryl.shockley@douglascountywi.org at our Extension Office at 1313 Belknap Street, Superior, WI 54880.

Master gardeners are trained volunteers who help people in the community better understand horticulture and their environment. The national program was introduced to Wisconsin in 1977. Today, the Master Gardener Program is in all 50 states and several countries. To become a certified master gardener, you must complete the minimum 36 hours Level 1 training, complete at least 24 hours of volunteer service within one year of training and pass a final exam. Any adult can participate in the Master Gardener Program, no previous experience or training is necessary.

For more information, contact Jane Anklam at (715) 395-1515 or email cheryl.shockley@ces.uwex.eduor stop by the master gardener information booth Friday at the Head of the Lakes Fair.

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