Master Gardener Program
Centre County is located in the heart of central Pennsylvania, the home of Penn State University. Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Centre County are trained volunteers who develop expertise in consumer horticulture and environmental stewardship by participation in educational programs conducted by Penn State University faculty and Extension staff.
Master Gardeners serve the community in a wide variety of ways related to gardening by providing information and programs throughout the county. Some ways we help Penn State Extension better serve the home gardening public are by answering questions, speaking to groups, working with 4-H horticultural projects, participating in civic beautification, maintaining demonstration gardens, teaching plant sciences and horticulture, and maintaining this web site. We invite you to learn more about our many projects and activities by clicking on the links of the navigation bar to the left.
Upcoming Events
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Community Forestry Management Institute
When: June 6, 2012Where: University Park, PAJoin us for a rewarding two-day program that will help you manage and care for your community trees and forests. Plan to share your experiences as well as gain from the successes of others.
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Muddy Paws Marsh Frog Festival
When: June 9, 2012Where: Muddy Paws Marsh, 4158 Penns Valley Road, Spring Mills, PA 16875Young and old alike are invited to learn all about frogs at the Muddy Paws Marsh Frog Festival. Learn about their songs, their life cycle, and their habitat, and join in the frog-related games and activities. -
State Master Gardener Conference at Penn State
When: June 22-23, 2012Where: The Nittany Lion InnThe Master Gardener State Conference Committee has been working hard to plan a great Master Gardener Conference for June 22-23, 2012 at University Park.
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Tree Ordinance Workshop
When: July 19, 2012Where: Mortantown, PADue to popular request, Dr. William Elmendorf, Associate Professor of Urban Forestry, Penn State University, will introduce community tree ordinance concepts. He will concentrate on street tree and tree preservation from a planning perspective and welcomes the sharing of municipal code for real life examples. Expect to learn of the powers given from the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Code and the anatomy of an effective ordinance. Attorney Gilbert High, known nationally for his extensive knowledge of municipal and tree law, will compliment the previous presentations with liability and legalities. A natural resource panel follows up with real life perspective and experience. Bring your questions and experiences!
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Cooking for Crowds - Volunteer's Guide to Food Safety
When: September 13, 2012Where: Lewistown, PA
