Class is held once a month on the second Thursday from 1pm-5pm
Orientation for new students is held twice a year on the second Saturday in August and first Saturday in February from 10am-12pm
Applications are due by orientation. The application can be found here EMG-Application
The one time fee for the course is $100. $50 is for the state fee. $50 to cover local expenses related to offering the course, such as refreshments, name tags, class materials, handouts, transportation for field trips, etc.
ABOUT THE MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM
Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Harnett County work with NC State Extension to provide gardeners with unbiased, science-based information on sustainable gardening, lawn, and landscape practices. Under the guidance of N.C. Cooperative Extension agents, volunteers complete a hands-on 40 hour training program, pass an examination, and complete a 40-hour internship with N.C. Cooperative Extension in Harnett County. To remain active in the program volunteers must log a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer service and 10 hours of continuing education each year. To help you decide if you should apply to become a Master Gardener℠ volunteer consider these questions:- Do I want to learn more about growing many types of plants?
- Do I look forward to sharing my knowledge with people in my community?
- Do I have enough time to attend training sessions and to serve as a volunteer?
- Am I eager to participate in the training program?
- Help gardeners solve problems Learn how to identify and diagnose common diseases and insects
- Lead environmental education efforts in schools and neighborhoods
- Transform yards, people, and communities
- Teach others about gardening, lawns, and landscapes
- Work with others who share your interests
- Continue to learn through workshops, field trips, conferences, and hands-on training
- Become more knowledgeable and skilled in a variety of gardening subjects
