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UVM Extension Master Gardener Course

This course is designed for Vermont gardeners interested in learning science-based information on a wide range of gardening topics including basic botany, vegetable gardening, perennials and annuals, ecological soil management, insect and disease pests, tree care, pollinator plants, landscape design, and tree and small fruit management. Students learn from University faculty and horticulture industry experts.

This is a 16-week online course available to students in two Tracks: Track 1 (Volunteer Certification Track) and Track 2 (at-your-own pace). See detailed information about the course at: https://go.uvm.edu/emgcourse. The course runs from January 23 to May 15 with access to all materials until June 15, 2025.

The fee for this course is $400 for Vermont residents and $550 for out-of-state residents.
NOTE: The fee does not cover the required course manual.

Registration for the 2025 course closed on Jan 17, 2025. Contact our office to receive notification about the 2026 course.
Category: Vermont

UVM Extension Master Gardener Minor Protection Training

Category: Vermont

UVM Extension Master Gardener Resources Repository

UVM Extension Master Gardener Volunteer

Resource Repository

Category: PM: Vermont

Vermont Forest Pest First Detectors for Master Gardeners

This course is currently not accepting new students.  Contact Ginger Nickerson at ginger.nickerson@uvm.edu for information about future offerings. 

Vermont's Forest Pest First Detectors Program

Help protect Vermont’s forests against invasive forest pests. Learn to detect, report, and educate others on pests such as hemlock woolly adelgid, emerald ash borer and spotted lanternfly.

Who Should Join?

  • Graduates of UVM Extension's Master Gardener program.
  • People interested in trees and forests.
  • Beginners welcome; no prior knowledge required.
  • Forest Pest First Detectors looking for a refresher.

 By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  1. Understand and explain the threat of introduced tree pests to forest health.
  2. Identify the host trees, signs and symptoms, and look-alikes of key forest insects and pathogens.
  3. Use resources like VTinvasives.org for information.
  4. Report suspected pest infestations.
  5. Volunteer to help in your community (optional)

Course Dates: March 10 – April 27, 2025

This free, course features 10 sections with videos, articles, podcasts, and self-assessment exercises.

Questions?

Contact Ginger at ginger.nickerson@uvm.edu or 802-656-4831

Note: Continuing education credits are not available for this course.


Category: Forestry