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Light refreshments will be provided at each class.
Due to the limited number of spaces available, not all applications can be approved. Anyone interested in participating is required to attend a selection interview conducted by the Laurel County Extension Agents and current Laurel County Master Gardeners.
At the conclusion of the program, participants will be required to complete volunteer hours on approved Extension projects.
Fall 2016 Master Gardener Classes
Laurel County Master Gardener
Program
Bonnie Sigmon, Horticulture AgentCooperativeExtension ServiceLaurel County200 County Extension RoadLondon, KY 40741-9008
(606) 864-4167Fax: (606) 864-4168
laurel.ca.uky.edu
Date Topic Instructor
Sept 6th, 6:30 pm Extension Overview Bonnie Sigmon
Sept 13th, 6:30 pm Botany Beth Wilson
Sept 20th, 6:30 pm Botany Beth Wilson
Sept 27th, 6:30 pm Soils / Fertility David Westley
Oct 4th, 6:30 pm Entomology Dr. Ric Bessin
Oct 11th, 6:30 pm Pathology Kim Leonberger
Oct 18th, 6:30 pm Plant Propagation Amy Aldenderfer
Oct 25th, 6:30 pm IPM / Pesticides
Dr. Lee Townsend
Nov 1st, 6:30 pm Wood Plants Dr. Bill Fountain
Nov 15th, 6:30 pm Fruit / Organics
Paul Dengel & Dr. Strang
Nov 22nd, 6:30 pm Turf Andy Rideout
Nov 29th, 6:30 pm Flowers Kristen Hildebrand
Dec 6th, 6:30 pm Vegetables Bonnie Sigmon
Dec 13th, 6:30 pm Test
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How are Master Gardeners Trained?
Master Gardener training classes are conducted through County Extension Offices by Cooperative Extension Service specialists, agents and other horticulture professionals. Participants are taught many different horticulture subjects by experts in the field.
What is aMaster Gardener?
A Master Gardener Volunteer:
• has an interest in any type of gardening• wants to teach others to garden• has an interest to volunteer in their community• is trained by Cooperative Extension Service
personnel
Master Gardeners help Extension County Agents reach more residents with gardening programs by:
• visiting garden sites• working information booths at community events• maintaining demonstration gardens• teaching horticulture to beginning
gardeners• using special talents, such as writing, photography
and drawing, to benefit others• exploring environmental options
How Do I Become aMaster Gardener?
You can become a Master Gardener by submitting an application, being accepted into the Master Gardener training program and then volunteering your time.
☐ Yes! I want to become a Master Gardener.
Please complete this form and return it to the Laurel County Extension Office.
Name
Address
City
State Zip
Phone (day)
(evening)
I have been gardening for years.
My main gardening interest is:
☐ Vegetables
☐ Flowers
☐ Fruits
☐ Landscapes
☐ Other (please specify)
Return completed form to:
Laurel County Extension Service200 County Extension RdLondon, KY 40741(606) 864-4167
• botany• entomology• plant pathology• soils and fertilizers• pesticide use and
safety• lawn care
• fruit and vegetable gardening
• tree and shrub care• volunteerism• flower gardening• organic gardening
What Does the Training Cost?
A fee of $75.00 is charged to cover the cost of the supplies and literature used in training. These materials are the Master Gardener’s to keep once the training is complete. Partial scholarships are available.