Master Gardener Volunteers Wanted
What is a Master Gardener?
A master gardener is a citizen that is interested in gardening and can fulfill the training and volunteer hours necessary. Requirements vary by county and state,and the course is tailored for that specific region. You will receive special education on the soils in your area,the types of native plants,insect and disease issues,basic botany,and other information pertinent(相关的)to your gardening zone.
The educational opportunity to learn specifics about where you garden will not only help you be-come a better gardener but is then passed along to the general public in lectures,clinics,and through newsletters.
What Qualifications Must You Meet?
Anyone can apply to be a Master Gardener——you don’t need to be an expert or have a degree. You do, however, need to:
●Have certain experience or know a little about gardening or landscape management.
●Be willing to share horticulture(园艺学)information with others.
●Be willing to attend a training program and can devote time to volunteering and continuing education.
Besides,to become a Master Gardener volunteer, each applicant needs to complete an application,prepare background screening paperwork and schedule an interview with Extension staff.
What Does the Training Involve?
Training sessions are offered one day a week over a three-month period and are led by expert educators in the region. Approximately 60 hours of classroom instruction and field study and 50 hours of volunteer internship(实习)work are required to complete the program and become certified. In order to remain a certified Master Gardener,30 hours of volunteer work and 10 hours of continuing education or advanced training are required each year.
1. What does a Master Gardener do?
A.Promote gardening practices abroad. |
B.Train volunteers to help with agriculture. |
C.Teach the youth about diets and agriculture. |
D.Donate time to the local gardening extension. |
2. What is required if you want to apply to be a Master Gardener?
A.Having some relevant knowledge. | B.Acquiring excellent teaching skills. |
C.Completing given training sessions. | D.Obtaining rich volunteer experience. |
3. How long will it take to remain a qualified Master Gardener the second year?
A.About 40 hours. | B.Three months. | C.About 150 hours. | D.About 110 hours. |