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Becoming a UC Master Gardener

Updated December 12, 2025.

We are no longer accepting applications for the 2026 training class. If you are interested in becoming a UC Master Gardener volunteer, we expect to host our next training in 2028, with applications available in Fall 2027.

We hold public workshops throughout the year. If you were unable to take the full course, consider joining us at a one of these fun events.

Be sure to sign up below for updates on workshops and training classes!

Key Dates for 2026 Training

Provided for your reference.

Applications available: October 1, 2025
Applications due: December 1, 2025
Informal applicant interviews: Planned between December 9 and January 14.
If accepted, payment due: February 6 and LiveScan completed: February 25
Training begins: February 11, 2026
Graduation Picnic: June 10, 2026

Course fee: $160 (covers program materials and training expenses).

2026 Training Timeline

An arrow representing the progression of the Master Gardener training from February 11 Kick-off to June 10 Graduation

Hold These Dates!

These are the tentative training session dates:

Feb 11 – 6:00 pm
Feb 25 – 6:00 pm
Feb 28 – 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Mar 14 – 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Apr 8 – 6:00 pm
Apr 22 – 6:00 pm
May 9 – 9:00 am–2:00 pm
May 14 – 6:00 pm
Jun 10 – 5:00–7:30 pm (Graduation 🎓)

All dates are planned to be in the Bishop Area. Except graduation, evening sessions will be indoors. Weekend dates will include outdoor activities.

Newsletter / Information Sign-up

Thanks for your interest! The UCCE maintains a mailing list of individuals interested in receiving news of upcoming workshops and activities related to gardening and food preservation. Please complete the form below to be added to our mailing list(s). Your contact information will not be shared with any other agency or organization.

We also have a blog - The Backyard Gardener - that publishes seasonal articles on gardening. You may visit The Backyard Gardener blog here, where you have the option to subscribe to the blog and receive updates when new articles are published.

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Questions?

For questions about gardening or the Master Gardener program in general, please feel free to use our help line any time.

MG Helpline: (760) 872-2098 or E-mail: immg@ucanr.edu

If you have questions about an upcoming event or your registration for a class or training, you should call the main line at Farm Advisor's office during business hours.

Farm Advisor's Office: (760) 873-7854