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NC State Extension Master Gardener (EMG) volunteer training in Forsyth County is typically held once each year. In addition to completing the 40-hour training course, Extension Master Gardener volunteer students are also required to volunteer 40 hours of their time with Extension to become certified Extension Master Gardener Volunteers.

The Extension Master Gardener volunteer program is open to all members of the community who are willing and able to complete volunteer work with N.C. Cooperative Extension in Forsyth County. Both beginning and experienced gardeners are welcome.

If you are interested in becoming an Extension Master Gardener volunteer, contact the Extension office at 336-703-2850 or extension@forsyth.cc.

Visit this website http://forsyth.cc/CES/LawnGarden/master_gardener.aspx to learn more about Forsyth County's Extension Master Gardener volunteer program.

Soil test kits are available outside our office 24/7.  Learn more in this news story.

Upcoming gardening classes are listed in our calendar of events.  These classes may include Forsyth Extension Gardener classes, Arboretum Adult Education classes, and Forks on Friday classes, among others.  Please click here to visit the Extension events calendar.