By Nisqually Valley News staff
The application period for the 2022 Washington State University Volunteer Master Gardener Education Program is now open.
The training is presented by the Master Gardeners of the Thurston County WSU Extension.
WSU extension staff and regional experts will teach trainees how to research and teach best gardening practices.
“The trainees will also learn how to answer horticultural questions from the public,” said a press release. “Training topics include basic botany, integrated pest management, soil science, plant identification, pests,… disease diagnosis and more. “
With approximately 75 hours of full virtual, classroom and field instruction, the 2022 training course begins on Friday January 28 and ends on Friday June 10.
The statement said that trainees will be required to complete homework assignments between class sessions.
“After the training is completed, participants are encouraged to share what they have learned through community service related to horticulture,†the statement said.
In accordance with all statewide COVID-19 security mandates and procedures, the WSU Master Gardener program will require all interns to be fully immunized by the first day of class.
The $ 350 training fee covers all course supplies and field trips.
“Payment plans and a limited number of full or partial scholarships are available,” the statement said.
The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, December 10 at 5 p.m.
For more information and to apply for the 2022 WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener training, go online at extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/wsu-master-gardener-volunteer-training.
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