Extension Master Gardener Training

The Extension Master Gardener program is a volunteer program in which K-State Research and Extension "trades" classroom training for volunteer time.

After training is completed, volunteers donate an equivalent number of hours of service as was received in instruction. Service activities are coordinated by the local county extension agent. Though volunteer activities vary widely, all are educational, extension related, and represent the interests of K-State Research and Extension.

Master Gardeners have become a vital part of the University's ability to provide accurate, up-to-date, and research based information to our clientele.

More than 2,000 trained Master Gardener volunteers in Kansas donate over 127,000 hours each year for a total value of $3.6 million dollars (the equivalent to 61 fulltime Extension staff positions).

If you are interested in becoming a West Plains District Extension Master Gardener, please contact our office. Classes begin in the early fall of each year.