Name: Build a Partnership with the Master Gardener Volunteer Program
Start: 2026-10-22T14:45:00-0500
End: 2026-10-22T15:45:00-0500

Build a Partnership with the Master Gardener Volunteer Program

Thursday October 22, 2026 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

Suite 107 - Lower Level

The University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program aims to share research-based horticulture knowledge to the public through projects with local partners and other community outreach opportunities. This presentation will discuss the statewide Master Gardener Volunteer Program, provide examples of community collaboration in Olmsted County such as free educational programming for adults and youth using the garden as an outdoor classroom, and inspire you to connect with Master Gardener Volunteers in your local area.

Speakers

Emily Whitcomb and Carol Wells

Master Gardener Volunteer, University of Minnesota Extension

Emily and Carol have been Master Gardener Volunteers since 2021 and co-lead the management of the S.M.A.R.T. Garden. The S.M.A.R.T. Garden is a demonstration garden located at Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC) Heinz Center Building and in partnership with RCTC and the... Read More →

Thursday October 22, 2026 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Suite 107 - Lower Level 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, USA

Youth

2026 MCEA Fall Conference

Emily Whitcomb and Carol Wells

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2026 MCEA Fall Conference

Emily Whitcomb and Carol Wells

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