Want to Get Involved?
- Become a Certified Master Gardener.
- Attend our Through the Garden Gate educational workshops
- Have a question? Come to our Plant Clinics, every Monday, March 11th – November 12th, 12PM-3PM at the WSU Extension Mason County office. Can’t make it? Visit our Plant Clinic page for resources and options for submitting a question online.
- Request a Master Gardener Speaker for your organization’s educational event.
- Rent a community garden bed at Catalyst Park – get everything you need to grow your own garden as well as guidance and workshops from Master Gardeners.
- Volunteer and learn at Catalyst Park! Master Gardeners will be there April – October on Tuesdays and Saturdays; contact our Program Coordinator for information on volunteering.
Master Gardener Newsletter
Sign up for our seasonal newsletter to get some gardening tips
and hear about program efforts, upcoming educational
opportunities, garden-related community events, and more!
Why Become a Master Gardener?
Engage with your community
Connect with others who share your interests
Help protect and conserve our natural resources
Participate in continuing education and expand your skills
Master Gardener Training Information
Our next Master Gardener training will start August 16th, 2024 and run through November 15th, 2024. Submit a fillable application and email it to the Program Coordinator (tessa.halloran@wsu.edu) or download and print an application to mail or drop off at the Extension office. Links to applications are available on the right.
Cost: $249, which includes a $14 background check fee. Some full scholarships and sliding scale available.
The course will include online readings and assignments, field trips, and plenty of hands-on activities to help you learn! Click here to view the 2024 Basic Training flyer (opens new tab).
Interested in becoming a Mason County Master Gardener?
Contact the Program Coordinator at tessa.halloran@wsu.edu or (360) 427-9670 ext. 682 to be added to a contact list.
What are the requirements?
- Submit an application and complete an interview.
- Complete a background check.
- Attend the in-person and online trainings.
- Complete 40 hours of approved volunteer hours within the first year.
- Maintain certification by completing at least 25 volunteer hours and 10 continuing education hours per year.