Become a Gloucester Extension Master Gardener

Want to learn more about gardening? Looking to make a difference by volunteering in your community?

If you’ve answered yes, then we want you!

This year’s Master Gardener Training class is a 12-week virtual course starting August to November. Canvas course class assignments will be completed on your schedule before the required Wednesday evening classes via Zoom from 7:00pm-8:30pm.  There will be in-person hands-on field trips.

Upon graduation the participant will return 50 hours of service to their local Virginia Cooperative Extension by participating in various Master Gardener services to the community such as answering horticulture questions at the help desk, conducting educational programs, leading a team, or providing support to other Master Gardeners in many other areas. To maintain Master Gardener Status after the first year, each volunteer must complete 20 hours of service to the community and 8 hours of continuing education.

Course fee: Cost is $185 (for 2024)  The application process is open from May  to July. Course fee includes a digital version of the training manual and a non-refundable background check fee of $12.50.  

Space is limited, so plan to sign up early!

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact us at (804) 693-2602  during the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event.