Learning…
Master Gardener’s play an active part in teaching many of the topics that are presented each year during the Annual Master Gardener Training Course. Here, participants are taking part in the “Plant Propagation” session.
Having Fun…
Master Gardener’s take an active role in participation, having fun is part of the process. Here, Master Gardeners learn holiday decorating ideas!
Individual Knowledge Development…
Master Gardener’s also participate in educational activities and programs to enrich their knowledge base. Here, Master Gardeners participate in a program dealing with the management of fire ants.
Volunteerism…
Master Gardeners encourage others to take an active part in volunteer projects that will benefit all and make the quality of life better in our communities! The Old Marshall City Park renovation project is a great example; over 150 volunteers came out to plant thousands of trees, shrubs and other plants in one day!
Fundraising…
Fundraising to help pay for program expenses, such as program speakers and supplies, as well as a future scholarship program, are important to the association as well. Here, Master Gardeners are hosting a bulb sale during the Annual Marshall Home & Garden Show. Each year, the association also holds The Spring Plant Sale in the spring in Marshall!
Working With Our Youth…
Master Gardeners also assist with many youth programs. Future plans are to start a Junior Master Gardener program though the local Boys & Girls Club in Marshall. Local Master Gardener Association members are active in the Junior Master Gardener program with the following schools and organizations;
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Big Pines
Marshall ISD
Jefferson ISD
Hallsville ISD
Waskom Public Library