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Master Gardener Application Timeline

Master Gardener Application Timeline

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Master Gardener volunteer.  The twelve-week class is held annually.  The timeline for the class is below.  Please email us at ucmgnapatraining@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Spring and Summer

  • Marketing and Advertisement: Advertising for the new class begins in late spring and early summer.  Check the Napa County Master Gardener website and social media for information.
  • Information Sessions: Information Sessions are held in August and September to learn more about the program.  Attending an information session is required prior to applying.

Fall

  • Applications: The deadline for applications is the end of September
  • Interviews: Interviews are held in early October
  • Orientation: In-person orientation is held in mid-November for selected applicants

Winter

  • Course Begins: The twelve-week course begins in January.  Content and assignments are completed through an online platform.  The in-person portion is held on Fridays 9:00-1:30 during the twelve weeks of the program.