Master Gardener program accepting applications
Penn State Cooperative Extension in Washington is accepting applications for the 2017 Penn State Extension Master Gardener program.
The program consists of a volunteer training course designed to provide experienced home gardeners with information and skills necessary to share their experience and knowledge with others. Weekly classes will be held Thursdays, Oct. 5 through Feb. 22, 2018.
In exchange for 40 hours of instruction, candidates must agree to volunteer 50 hours to Penn State Cooperative Extension. Volunteer activities include the Spring Gardening Seminar, a historical demonstration garden, pollinator monitoring, therapeutic gardening and a garden with children’s programs.
Program fee of $200 covers the cost of training materials and expenses. Applications are being accepted through Aug. 28. For more information, visit the Penn State Cooperative Extension, 100 W. Beau St., Suite 601, Washington, PA 15301, or call 724-228-6881.