Colorado State University Extension Office in La Plata County is now accepting applications for the 2019 Colorado Master Gardener program until Dec. 31.
Students will receive training in tree care, vegetables, soils, native plants, water wise gardening, pruning and more. The training uses on-site and distant education experts to teach a series of multiple classes.
The 12-week series will start Jan. 31 and will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Thursday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds.
The cost is $170 if you intend to volunteer, or $530 for a certificate without volunteer time.
Volunteers are expected to complete 50 hours of volunteer time in the first year and 24 hours in subsequent years.Â
To receive an application packet, contact or stop by the Extension office. Applications, as well as additional information about the program, are also available online at www.laplataextension.org and are due no later than Dec. 31 to the Extension Office, 2500 Main Ave., Durango, Colorado 81301.
