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The Ohio
State University Extension
Master Gardener Volunteer Program
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MISSION
The Ohio
State University Master Gardener Program provides
knowledge to and develops the
leadership abilities of volunteers who, in turn, enable others to
improve the quality of their lives by enhancing their
home and community environments through horticultural education and
activities.
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VISION
The Ohio State University Extension
Master Gardener Program is a premier statewide
network of
volunteer
education and leadership development; as well as a consumer
horticulture education delivery system that maximizes human, material,
and natural resources, and values teamwork and excellence in
educational programming.
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Visit the following links for
Hancock County Master Gardener Volunteer program information:
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Class Application |
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| Position Description | Policy
Statement |
| Pesticide Policy |
Program
Brochure |
| Constitution &
By-Laws | Standards of Behavior |
| County
Mission/Vision |
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All About our Program . . .
The Master Gardener Volunteer program in Hancock County is coordinated by Nancy Kronberg ably assisted by a volunteer staff of 36 Master Gardeners. We are available to extend information from the university to the public in the area of horticulture and its related fields, including plant identification, entomology, and plant pathology, so that gardeners can be more efficient in growing plants, and be mindful of environmental stewardship.
Information is extended via:
- Garden Information Line (see
specific information below)
- Identification and diagnosis of plants and plant problems
- Newsletters
- Children's Programs
- Monthly WFIN Radio Call in
program (begins in April)
- OSU fact sheets and bulletins
- Volunteer training classes
- Programs for organized groups, such as garden clubs
- Public programs
- Gardening classes
- Special events
- Web sites
Garden Information Line
Our information line is open to Hancock County and surrounding area gardeners who have questions or requests for information. This line is staffed with trained Master Gardener volunteers who can help you or direct you to other sources of information.Open April 1st - September 30th
Mondays 9 am to 12 noon
The number is (419) 422-3851
This line is closed from October through March; please access Ohioline for fact sheet information.
Ohio State University Extension embraces human diversity and is committed to ensuring that all research and related educational programs are available to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status. This statement is in accordance with United States Civil Rights Laws and the USDA.
Keith L. Smith, Ph.D., Associate Vice President for Agricultural Administration and Director, Ohio State University
Extension TDD No. 800-589-8292 (Ohio only) or 614-292-1868
Updated May 2008