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Master Gardener Program

Colorado Master Gardener logoThe Colorado Master Gardener Program is a volunteer training program designed to help the El Paso County office of Colorado State University Extension meet the increasing demands of the gardening public for problem solving and research-based information.

The Master Gardener Program enables CSU Extension staff to reach out in the community with more effectiveness and to a larger number of individuals than ever before.

Individuals with an interest in both volunteer service and horticulture who wish to enhance their knowledge are eligible for the program. No previous horticultural experience or training is necessary.

The program offers over 75 hours of classroom instruction, and the classes start in early January and run through April. Fifty hours of volunteer time are required from April, upon completion of the training, through October. The application process for the 2008 class has been completed; information on the 2009 class application process will be posted here in September 2008.

Admission to the program is competitive - based on an application and in person interview. Spaces in the class are limited. However, we offer many gardening classes to the public throughout the year. Visit our class schedule to see what's coming up!

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