{"id":11894,"date":"2022-08-04T08:20:20","date_gmt":"2022-08-04T12:20:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/washington\/?p=11894"},"modified":"2022-08-04T08:20:20","modified_gmt":"2022-08-04T12:20:20","slug":"umaine-extension-offers-master-gardener-volunteer-training-plus-two-new-programs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/washington\/2022\/08\/04\/umaine-extension-offers-master-gardener-volunteer-training-plus-two-new-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"UMaine Extension offers Master Gardener Volunteer training, plus two new programs\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">University of Maine Cooperative Extension is accepting applications for its Master Gardener Volunteers training program that begins Oct. 24<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/master-gardeners\/training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/master-gardeners\/training\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1659700426572000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2jK29ZdBtNOYvU_wjd6_1i\">2022 Master Gardener Volunteer training<\/a> includes self-paced online learning modules along with live virtual sessions with horticultural experts from across the state. Designed to train volunteers for horticulture and food system-related community service projects, topics include vegetable and fruit production; plants for the Maine landscape; soil health and composting; pesticide safety; and food security. Participants will be expected to volunteer at least 40 hours on a community project to complete certification. <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/master-gardeners\/how-to-apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/master-gardeners\/how-to-apply\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1659700426572000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0FHtcyuWzjWQpKYjIZgn62\">Applications for the 2022 program<\/a> are due Sept. 1.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">In addition, two new training programs are available to access in-depth horticulture knowledge. The <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/learn\/maine-horticulture-apprentice-training-micro-credential\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/learn\/maine-horticulture-apprentice-training-micro-credential\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1659700426572000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0CHyH9P__go_axUhocruix\">Maine Horticulture Apprentice Training<\/a> is designed to supply learners with a foundational horticulture education suitable for skilled entry-level positions in the horticulture industry and requires completion of a 200-hour industry apprenticeship. The <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/learn\/maine-gardener-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/learn\/maine-gardener-training\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1659700426572000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3D3eV7uKN9S4GGA1JC5-LV\">Maine Gardener Training<\/a> is designed to supply learners with a horticulture education and skills for use in their personal garden without the volunteer component in the Master Gardener Volunteer training program. Enrollment for these courses opens Sept. 28.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">All course fees have sliding scale options. Program schedules and more details are available on the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/learn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/learn\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1659700426572000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3Wg6T6slxQ-lmqIQUlAmov\">program webpage<\/a>. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact 207.581.3188; <a href=\"mailto:extension.mastergardeners@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">extension.mastergardeners@maine.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>University of Maine Cooperative Extension is accepting applications for its Master Gardener Volunteers training program that begins Oct. 24 The 2022 Master Gardener Volunteer training includes self-paced online learning modules along with live virtual sessions with horticultural experts from across the state. 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