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Registering for the 2014 UC Master Gardener Conference - Easy as 1, 2, 3!

Author: Melissa G. Womack

Published on: March 5, 2014

(2011 UCCE Master Gardener Conference - Santa Rosa, Calif. Photo credit: Janet Cangemi)

UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Master Gardeners can now register for the highly anticipated 2014 UC Master Gardener Conference! The UC Master Gardener conference happens only once every three years. This year's conference is being held in the backyard of Yosemite National Park, at the beautiful Tenaya Lodge.

Registration has never been easier. Follow these three simple steps to completing your registration for what is sure to be the gardening event of the year!

A huge thank you to University of California, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC DANR) for their generous support. The UC DANR cost offset helped significantly reduce registration fees for all attendees.

$275 registration fee includes:

All track sessions
Keynote speakers
Welcome reception (Weds. Oct. 8, 2014)
Lunch and hosted dinner (Thurs. Oct. 9, 2014)
Continental breakfast (Fri. Oct. 10, 2014)
Conference activities: MarketPlace, Search for Excellence, Vendor Mall . . . and more!

Read more about each session on the conference website. Make sure and register early – class sizes are limited!

Register Now >>>

Join Mariposa, Madera and Fresno County volunteers for some of the most exciting and diverse tours offered at a UCCE Master Gardener Conference. From taking in the majestic view of Yosemite Valley to sipping wine along the Madera wine trail, there is surely a tour activity for you to enjoy!

Loofa Farm & Mount Bullion Vineyard
Gardens of the Central Valley
Cowboy Dinner, train ride and campfire
Full day at Yosemite Park
Zip- lining adventure
. . . and much more!

Learn More >>>

The Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite is located in Fish Camp, Calif. just two miles south of Yosemite National Park's south entrance. Guests can enjoy this AAA four diamond-rated hotel's many amenities, which include:

Full service spa
Two heated indoor swimming pools
On-site activities – Archery, racquetball and rock wall climbing
Walking and hiking trails
Pet friendly
. . . and much more!

The entire Tenaya Lodge is reserved for UCCE Master Gardeners attending the conference. Reserve your room early and secure the reduced $169 per night room rate.

Learn More >>>

Questions? Contact UC ANR Program Support Unit

Comments: 14

Comments:

by Cindy Van Prooyen

on March 5, 2014 at 4:58 PM

I would like a copy of the presentations that I signed up for in each session.

by Laura Afansev

on March 5, 2014 at 5:06 PM

I would also like a copy of the conference schedule with my scheduled sessions. Thank you!

by Cindy Peterson

on March 6, 2014 at 11:15 PM

While you are at it, I would also appreciate a confirmation of my registration and a copy of my scheduled sessions. Thank you!

by Melissa G. Womack

on March 7, 2014 at 8:13 AM

Hi Cindy, You should receive a confirmation of registration and a copy when you register. If you need an additional copy please contact ANR Program support at ANRProgramSupport@UCANR.edu.

by Patti Burrows

on March 13, 2014 at 10:48 AM

Just FYI, I just reserved one of the last rooms available at the lodge and it's only March 13th!

Reply by Melissa G. Womack

on March 13, 2014 at 11:08 AM

Hi Patti - Thanks for registering for the conference, we are excited to see you there! The Tenaya Lodge has been booking rooms quickly but there are still rooms available for guests for the conference Mon. 10/06 through Thurs. 10/18. Best, Melissa

by Tina Bishop

on March 14, 2014 at 3:34 PM

I was really frustrated trying to get a room at the conference rate. Our literature says we will have the entire lodge, I guess that does not include the cottages since I spoke to two different agents who couldn't find a room at the conference rate, but could offer me a cottage for $268 per night. Fortunately, I called a third time and got a young man who found me a room for the conference rate. It seems unprofessional to get different answers from different staff members at the same facility. I am not very trusting of these reservations, so I will continue to check that my room is confirmed.

Reply by Missy Gable

on March 17, 2014 at 9:11 AM

Hi Tina,
I'm sorry for your frustration and do appreciate your persistence. We are in contact with the Tenaya Lodge and as of Friday evening, they still have rooms for each night. Our room block is for the entire main hotel but currently not for the cottages (cottages are not part of the main hotel and have been reserved by another group). We'll make sure to post an announcement if/when the Tenaya is completely booked and have some alternative recommendations.
I am sorry to hear about the mixed messages from the Tenaya - they've had to bring in some temporary staff to their reservations call center. Again, I appreciate your persistence with them and we'll be sure to post an announcement if/when the entire Tenaya Lodge is booked.
Many thanks,
Missy

by Winona Victery

on March 23, 2014 at 7:34 PM

I understand, but without some alternative it is difficult to know whether I should pay my registration fee. Is there still opportunity to add my husband as a registrant?
Please advise.
Winona

Reply by Melissa G. Womack

on March 24, 2014 at 8:25 AM

Hi Winona, Thanks for leaving feedback about your concerns with registering for the conference. We are working on securing additional lodging for the conference. As soon as the information becomes available we will publish it on the statewide blog. We are also sharing the information with coordinators to communicate with volunteers. I would not wait on registering for the conference to ensure you are able to take the courses you would like to attend. Your husband is welcome to register if he is a Master Gardener. If not, you can add him as a guest on your registration. If you would like to discuss further feel free to call my direct line at 530.750.1388 or email me mgwomack@ucanr.edu.
Best,
Melissa

Reply by Melissa G. Womack

on March 24, 2014 at 8:27 AM

Hi Winona, Thanks for leaving feedback about your concerns with registering for the conference. We are working on securing additional lodging for the conference. As soon as the information becomes available we will publish it on the statewide blog. We are also sharing the information with coordinators to communicate with volunteers. I would not wait on registering for the conference to ensure you are able to take the courses you would like to attend. You husband is welcome to register if he is a Master Gardener. If not, you can add him as a guest on your registration. If you would like to discuss further feel free to call my direct line at 530.750.1388 or email me mgwomack@ucanr.edu.
Best,
Melissa, Program Coordinator, Statewide Office

by Pauline J Pedigo

on March 24, 2014 at 4:59 PM

There is information posted to the Narrow Gauge Inn (599)683-7720 which says that they are all sold out, however, I called them and was able to reserve a nice room. So if you couldn't get in here at the Tenaya, call the Narrow Gauge Inn. In fact, Lieta didn't know what I was talking about and said they had plenty of room available. Give it a try and good luck.
Pauline

by Pauline J Pedigo

on March 24, 2014 at 5:01 PM

I would like to have a copy of my classes, too.
The Narrows is only 2 1/2 miles from the Tenaya.
Bye
Pauline

by Laila Bottomly

on September 6, 2014 at 2:05 PM

I am registered for the Gardens of Central Valley tour and need to drive myself there early Tuesday morning instead of going down from the conference site. Where do I go first and what time should I arrive? Will there be a map to the lunch site?
Thanks