About Master Gardener Volunteer Program
The Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener Program is a volunteer educational program designed to meet the horticultural needs of citizens of Ohio. Its purpose is to train volunteers and utilize their expertise to teach people more about plants, their culture, and their importance to the environment and to our quality of life. Mission Statement: The mission of the Muskingum County Master Gardeners is to serve the community as volunteers by providing educational opportunities to all through programs and activities. Vision Statement: As Muskingum County Master Gardener volunteers, we strive to create awareness in the commuinity to become responsible and responsive stewards of the earth. Certification: Upon successful completion of 50 hours of the Master Gardener training program, each volunteer will receive a Master Gardener Intern card. Upon fulfillment of an additional 50 hours of volunteer commitment, completed within a year of the class, the participant will then receive an official Master Gardener Certificate.

 

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Keith L. Smith, Associate Vice President for Agricultural Administration; Associate Dean, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences; Director, Ohio State University Extension and Gist Chair in Extension Education and Leadership. TDD No. 800-589-8292 (Ohio only) or 614-292-6181.