Anoka County Master Gardeners - UMN Extension - Educating people about horticulture where they live and work Master Gardeners are University of Minnesota-trained volunteers whose job is to educate the public about a variety of horticulture subjects using readily-available, up-to-date research-based information. This educational effort is designed to enhance the public's quality of life and to promote good stewardship of the environment. Video Below: University of Minnesota discusses: Buckthorn slowly invades the Twin Cities areas, attacking its forests and spreading disease.

Anoka County Master Gardeners - University of Minnesota Extension

LIKE us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter

Quick Links: Home Landscaping & Garden Fair - HLGF * Plant Sale * HOT TOPICS

Anoka County Master Gardeners - UMN Extension
550 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW
Andover, MN 55304-4199
ph: 763-755-1280

Educating people about horticulture where they live and work

Master Gardeners are University of Minnesota-trained volunteers whose job is to educate the public about a variety of horticulture subjects using readily-available, up-to-date research-based information. This educational effort is designed to enhance the public's quality of life and to promote good stewardship of the environment.

Video Below: University of Minnesota discusses: Buckthorn slowly invades the Twin Cities areas, attacking its forests and spreading disease.

WHO WE ARE

University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardeners are volunteers who enjoy gardening or landscaping, have a desire for life-long learning and have a strong interest in sharing what they learn with others.

Master Gardeners:

Educate adults by teaching classes
Inspire and teach young people in schools or through summer camp experiences
Design beautiful demonstration gardens for non-formal and formal learning experiences
Provide landscape design and instruction for Habitat for Humanity sites
Answer horticulture questions via the Arboretum Yard and Garden Line phone service
Help residents identify plants and diagnose common insect and disease problems at the Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinics
Provide a Q & A service at community events, fairs, farmer's markets or garden centers at Ask A Master Gardener Booths
Support organizations such as Great River Greening, local watershed districts and Anoka County Parks and Recreation
Provide outreach services through a therapeutic horticulture program
Conduct research in support of University initiatives

Become an Extension Master Gardener

Have you ever thought about becoming an Extension Master Gardener, but wanted to learn more about the process before applying? This year there is a free informational session on “How to Become an Extension Master Gardener” on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at 6:00 PM at the Bunker Hills Activities Center, 550 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304.

At this session, people can learn tips on how to ensure their application stands out from the crowd, and to learn about what is involved when one becomes a volunteer in the program. Please call 763-755-1280 to pre-register for this session.

Click on the link below for the introductory letter that explains the process of becoming an Extension Master Gardener.

Deadline for submitting the application is October 1, 2014.

To learn more about the Master Gardener Volunteer Program select: Become a Master Gardener

To learn what Anoka County Master Gardeners have to say about their volunteer experience, select: Anoka County Master Gardener

************************************************************************************************

About Minnesota’s Master Gardeners

The University of Minnesota Master Gardener Program trains volunteers to work educating people in their communities about horticulture. Learn more about this rewarding program today!

About Extension

Master Gardener volunteers are supported by the University of Minnesota Extension.

Extension is a 100 year old partnership between federal, state and county governments - providing scientific knowledge and expertise to the public.

Learn more about Extension

Find answers to gardening questions

Use these diagnostic tools to help you identify and treat common yard and garden problems:

Submit a Question Online

Don’t have time for a phone call, use the national eXtension Ask an Expert tool to answer your gardening questions:

Get answers from Minnesota Master Gardeners through the national eXtension system

University of Minnesota Extension is an equal opportunity educator and employer

Contact: Anoka County Master Gardeners

Contact: University of Minnesota Extension

Anoka County Master Gardeners - UMN Extension
550 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW
Andover, MN 55304-4199
ph: 763-755-1280