Become a Master Gardener℠ Volunteer

 

Connecting people to horticulture through science-based education and outreach.

Interested in becoming a Master Gardener℠ volunteer? Want to give back to your community and help other gardeners succeed? Master Gardener℠ volunteers are an essential component of NC State Extension and assist local county horticulture agents in various aspects of home horticulture: from answering gardening questions to becoming involved with and teaching in school and community gardens. Volunteers are involved in a wide variety of activities throughout Sampson County and receive ongoing advanced training programs year-round.

Core Values of the Extension Master Gardener℠ Program of Sampson County

Respect     Collaboration   Responsibility    Fun

We Welcome All.

• We respect each individual’s experiences, needs, and learning style.
• We nurture a culture of mutual respect, professionalism, and appreciation.

We work together.

• We strengthen our impact by collaborating with community partners.
• We seek perspectives from all parts of the community.
• We transfer knowledge from the land-grant university system to our communities.

We make a difference.

• We connect people with the benefits of gardening through science-based information.
• We recommend practical solutions that protect and enhance our environment.
• We are lifelong learners who serve, grow, and have fun.

We strive to be the trusted source of science-based information that empowers North Carolinians to cultivate healthy plants, landscapes, ecosystems, and communities.

If you are interested in becoming a Master Gardener volunteer, the new class training begins this spring! Specific dates and times will be announced shortly.

Download an application:

Sampson County EMGV Application.docx

Sampson County EMGV Application.PDF

If you are interested in getting your name on our list, email Brad Hardison at brad_hardison@ncsu.edu or call our office at (910) 592-7161. We look forward to hearing from you soon!