Rutgers 2013 Master Gardener Class, Tuesdays through June 4

To become a Rutgers Master Gardener, an applicant must live in Cape May County, be available to attend 24 weeks of classes and make a commitment to providing gardening information and services to the community. Classroom sessions will be held Tuesdays from 9-12 from January through June. The first class is January 8, 2013. At the conclusion of the classes, Master Gardener trainees are required to give 60 hours of volunteer time in horticultural projects and answering calls on the county’s “horticulture helpline.” Those who complete the training become certified Master Gardeners. Those interested in the program should file an application no later than December 1, 2012. To receive the application by email, send a request to dtyndall@co.cape-may.nj.us. You may also pick up a copy at the Cooperative Extension Service office at 355 Court House/S. Dennis Road in Cape May Court House or call 609-465-5115, ext 616 to request an application be mailed or emailed to you. There is a $350.00 fee to cover material and program costs.