Texas Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist Training Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service San Antonio, Texas Specialist Program Purpose: To provide advanced training whereby Master Gardeners can obtain specialization in areas that support or expand designed programs of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist: In an effort to provide training, the Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist training was created as a hands-on, intensive multi-day training that will empower Master Gardeners with knowledge and skills required to effectively support and multiply Texas A&M AgriLife Extension efforts in educational programs. Master Gardeners who fulfill specified training and volunteer requirements will be recognized as a Master Gardener Specialist in the specific field of Vegetable Specialist. This certification does not empower the individual with supervisory or administrative authority within his/her local county programs. Participation Requirements: To be eligible for the Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist training and certification, an individual must possess an up-to-date Master Gardener certification, or be an employee of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. Master Gardener application must be approved by their local County Extension Agent. If space allows, spouses of Master Gardeners or the general public are also invited to attend, but they will not receive the certification of completion at the course completion (Will be placed on a waiting list). Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist: The Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist program is designed to train and certify Master Gardeners to become part of a state corps of Vegetable Specialist experts and educators. To become a certified Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist, Master Gardeners are required to attend the Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist training to fulfill training requirements and subsequently meet service requirements described below. Training activities during the course will empower Master Gardeners to complete these service requirements. Time Commitment: The Master Gardener is required to serve a minimum of one year as a Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist providing a minimum of 20 hours of service. Training and Service Requirements: Attend the Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist training Serve as a local Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist resource Assist with Vegetable Specialist training for Master Gardeners and trainees
Conduct community/youth Vegetable Specialist education programs Increase clientele knowledge about Vegetable Specialist through: presentation, workshops, and mass media efforts (i.e. radio, newspaper, television, newsletters) Specialist Recognition and Certification: Upon completion of the Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist service requirements, the Master Gardener will be formally recognized at the annual Texas Master Gardener Conference, at which time they will be awarded a Master Gardener Specialist Certificate and lapel pin. Resources Available to Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist: Direct access to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service County Extension Agent Horticulture Jump drive with over 1200 files including PowerPoint from training Pocket loupe for insect ID If you need any special accommodations, please contact Angel Torres at 210-467- 6575 by Friday, October 17, 2014; so we can consider your request.
Registration Form Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Bexar County San Antonio, Texas PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone Number: E-Mail: MG Chapter: County: Required MG Coordinator/Agent Signature: Please ask your county extension agent to fax registration form to 210-930-1753 (Attention: Angel Torres) or email to Angel Torres at matorres@ag.tamu.edu to insure meeting the registration deadline. Registration fee: $250.00 (Lunch (2), snacks, drinks, equipment, jump drive, and resource materials distributed during course). $ TOTAL. $
Additional Information: Transportation and lodging is on your own. Course is limited to the first 30 applicants that send check and application. A maximum of 2 Master Gardeners from each county (All others will be put on a waiting list and contacted if room allows). Mail check made payable to: Bexar County Master Gardener Association along with the registration form to: BCMG Vegetable Specialist Course Attention: Angel Torres 3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 212 San Antonio, TX 78230-4818 Deadline: Friday, October 17, 2014 We must order supplies in advance so there will be no refunds after October, 17. For more information Contact: David Rodriguez dhrodriguez@ag.tamu.edu
Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Bexar County Master Gardener Vegetable Specialist course will include high quality training combined with hands-on experience. Course Location: San Antonio Botanical Garden Educational Room 555 Funston Road San Antonio, Texas 78209 Phone Number: 210-207-3250 Accommodations: Transportation to San Antonio will be on your own. Cost: Registration fee of $250.00 per person includes: 2 lunches, snacks and drinks Direct access to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service County Extension Agent Horticulture Jump drive with over 1200 files including power point presentations from training Pocket loupe for insect ID All required materials and supplies DRESS: Dress casually, wear comfortable closed toe shoes, and bring insect repellent. For more information, contact David Rodriguez, Extension Horticulturist, 210-467- 6575 or dhrodriguez@ag.tamu.edu AGENDA TO FOLLOW