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Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener and Master Recycler Composter volunteer training programs“Applications are now being accepted for two volunteer training programs: Master Gardener & Master Recycler Composter Training.”
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The Master Gardener program runs from September 2026 through May 2027“The training course runs from Friday, September 25, 2026, through Friday, May 14, 2027, and includes comprehensive virtual, classroom, and field-based instruction.”
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The Master Gardener program has tuition of $291“Tuition for the training is $291 and covers all course training supplies, field experiences and background check fee.”
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The Master Gardener program includes virtual, classroom, and field instruction“The training course runs from Friday, September 25, 2026, through Friday, May 14, 2027, and includes comprehensive virtual, classroom, and field-based instruction.”
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The Master Gardener program includes training on topics like botany, soil science, and pest diagnosis“WSU Extension staff and regional experts will teach basic botany, soil science, plant identification, pest and disease diagnosis, and how to grow your own food.”
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After training, Master Gardener volunteers provide community service related to gardening“After completion of training, participants are expected to share what they learned via horticultural-related community service in Thurston County.”
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The Master Recycler Composter program begins September 18“Classes will be in-person on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., September 18, October 2, October 16, October 30, November 13, November 20, December 4, December 11, January 8, January 22, February 5, February 12, February 26, March 12, and March 19.”
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The Master Recycler Composter program has in-person classes on Fridays“Classes will be in-person on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., September 18, October 2, October 16, October 30, November 13, November 20, December 4, December 11, January 8, January 22, February 5, February 12, February 26, March 12, and March 19.”
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Applications for the Master Recycler Composter program close August 17“Application period for Master Recycler Composter Volunteer Training open until Monday, August 17 at 8 a.m.”
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Applications for the Master Gardener program close August 28“Applications accepted until Friday, August 28 at 5 p.m.”