ROCKFORD, Ill. — The University of Illinois Extension is excited to announce an upcoming in person Master Gardener Training, starting in February. The regional training will be held in Freeport and is being offered by U of I Extension serving Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Jo Daviess Counties. Training will consist of eight sessions with two optional field trips, scheduled on select Thursday evenings from February 27 to June 5. The program follows a flipped classroom format, with pre-meeting reading assignments and videos, followed by in-person discussions from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., which will be held at the Highland Community College Student Conference Center, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport.
“We are thrilled to offer this flipped classroom format for in-person Master Gardener training,” said Nikki Keltner, Extension Program Coordinator. “Participants can learn at their own pace and still benefit from interactive discussions with instructors and peers. This format is designed to fit today’s busy lifestyles.”
Course topics include soils and fertility, woody ornamentals/pruning, organic gardening, vegetables, houseplants, fruits, insect identification and control, weed management, composting, and University of Illinois Extension gardening and horticulture resources.
After the training, participants will have the opportunity to join the Master Gardener volunteers, contributing to the community by answering gardening questions, teaching children, planning workshops, creating display gardens, and collaborating with local organizations. “Classes and volunteer work complement each other, enhancing the learning experience and community impact,” added Keltner.
Pre-registration is required. The registration fee is $200. For more information go to the website at https://extension.illinois.edu/jsw or call the Winnebago County Extension Office at 815-986-4357.
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