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Lincoln County Master Gardeners

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Become a Master Gardener

Master Gardeners are people like you, interested in learning more and educating others about the art and science of growing and caring for plants in the garden, the landscape, and the home. Master Gardener volunteers work in and alongside community, bringing support and education for Central Gorge residents to grow their own food, identify and address invasive pests or weeds they may be dealing with, and growing plants for a more resilient environment and personal health.

Being a Master Gardener volunteer doesn’t mean you’ve mastered gardening. It means you have a lifelong love of learning—because there’s always something new to learn about gardening. Master Gardener volunteers are out in the community, serving as a steady presence, especially during the gardening season. Volunteers also serve by staffing the many questions that come into Extension via email, phone, and in person.

Master Gardener annual training

Training to become a Master Gardener volunteer is offered annually. Registration for the 2025 program is closed. Please contact Stormi Dykes, [email protected], to be added to the 2026 contact list. The first year requires a time commitment of 85 hours. Training consists of 40 educational hours through classes, workshops and discussion sessions.

After completing the 40 hours of classes, trainees have a variety of options to complete 45 volunteer hours between April and October 31:

  • Volunteering in Master Gardener Demonstration Gardens
  • Assisting with Plant Clinics to answer community gardening questions
  • Helping at educational workshops and other community events
  • Working with the local Association's various committees
  • Creating outreach materials
  • And more!

After the initial training year, Master Gardener volunteers recertify yearly by fulfilling 20 hours of volunteer work and 10 hours of continuing education.

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Contact Lincoln County Master Gardeners

Lincoln County Extension Office

1211 SE Bay Blvd.
Newport, OR 97365
United States

Email
[email protected]

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