{"id":159,"date":"2017-08-07T23:30:20","date_gmt":"2017-08-07T23:30:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/?p=159"},"modified":"2017-09-05T22:47:23","modified_gmt":"2017-09-05T22:47:23","slug":"september-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/2017\/08\/07\/september-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"September 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"printfriendly pf-button  pf-alignleft\">\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/2017\/08\/07\/september-2017\/?pfstyle=wp\" rel=\"nofollow\" onclick=\"\" title=\"Printer Friendly, PDF & Email\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pf-button-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.printfriendly.com\/buttons\/printfriendly-button.png\" alt=\"Print Friendly, PDF & Email\" style=\"width: 112px;height: 24px;\"  \/>\n                    <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #147540\"><em>Don\u2019t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.<\/em><\/span> <span style=\"color: #147540\">~Robert Louis Stevenson<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/Harvest.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-211\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/Harvest-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Pumpkin, tomatoes, zucchini, tomatillo, and pepper harvest\" width=\"301\" height=\"226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Harvest-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Harvest-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Harvest-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Harvest-1250x938.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Harvest-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Harvest.jpg 1632w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px\" \/><\/a><span style=\"color: #147540\">September greetings!<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #147540\"><span style=\"color: #000000\">It&#8217;s harvest time in the garden and time for OSU MGs to &#8220;harvest&#8221;, compile and submit their volunteer hours! As Volunteer log sheets start rolling in, the Metro MG Team w<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #147540\"><span style=\"color: #000000\">ould like to express a hearty thanks for the generous, wide-ranging efforts to Metro-area MGs. Thank YOU for sharing your passion and knowledge, while guiding and educating home gardeners!\u00a0 You are making a difference and sowing so many seeds!\u00a0 Thank you!<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #147540\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>MG News in a Brand New Format!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Welcome to the inaugural issue of our new Metro Master Gardeners newsletter.\u00a0 This new format offers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Easy streamlined view<\/li>\n<li>Print option for those who prefer a printed newsletter<\/li>\n<li>Ability to save in PDF form for those who prefer to save issues on their computer<\/li>\n<li>Capacity to track and report on newsletter use by our volunteers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>With this \u201cblog\u201d format styled, past issues are easily accessed.\u00a0 We have assembled the blog with these main sections:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>MG Program Monthly Newsletter<\/li>\n<li>Natter\u2019s Notes with MG Jean R. Natter<\/li>\n<li>Horticulture Updates from MG Margaret Bayne<\/li>\n<li>Study Group Diagnostics and Show-and-Tell from MG Elizabeth Price<\/li>\n<li>Clackamas Chapter News<\/li>\n<li>Multnomah Chapter News<\/li>\n<li>Washington Chapter News<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As before, you will receive email notification when the latest newsletter is posted. The email will contain a snippet of news features and easy \u201cRead more\u201d button links to the newsletter sections.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>How to Print, email or save a PDF of your MG News<br \/>\n<\/strong>For those of you who prefer to save the newsletters in a PDF on your computer or to print the newsletter, the steps to do both are easy.\u00a0 You can even easily share the newsletter via email.<br \/>\nOnce you click on the newsletter issue of your choice.\u00a0 Find and click the green \u201cPrint Friendly\u201d button above the newsletter.\u00a0 A pop-up will then appear with the issue of the newsletter you selected.\u00a0 On the top left of the pop-up box you will see buttons for a \u201cPrint\u201d, \u201cPDF\u201d, or \u201cEmail\u201d.\u00a0 Click on your desired option.\u00a0 It is that easy!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Big Shout Out of Thanks!<\/strong><br \/>\nAs we move to this new format, we want to extend a big shout-out of thanks to OSU Extension staff member, Jean Bremer, who has skillfully assembled and polished our Metro MG Newsletter over the past several years.\u00a0 We are truly grateful to Jean for her time, energy, skills, patience and kindness.\u00a0 Thank you Jean!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_214\" class=\"wp-caption thumbnail alignright\" style=\"width: 355px;\">\n    <a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainee-Robin-Greenwood.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-214\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainee-Robin-Greenwood-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Master Gardener Volunteer takes a break from volunteering\" width=\"355\" height=\"266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainee-Robin-Greenwood-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainee-Robin-Greenwood-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainee-Robin-Greenwood-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainee-Robin-Greenwood-1250x938.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainee-Robin-Greenwood-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainee-Robin-Greenwood.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 355px) 100vw, 355px\" \/><\/a>\n    <figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Robin Greenwood, 2017 Master Gardener Trainee, takes a well-deserved break from volunteering and filling our her Metro MG Volunteer Log Sheet. Photo courtesy of Robin Greenwood.<\/figcaption>\n    <\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Harvest of Volunteer Hours Begins!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Tis the season to gather your volunteer hours and submit your volunteer log sheet, prior to the October 1st deadline.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Metro-area Master Gardeners, you are stellar in your contributions education and supporting the gardening public, and we want to share that fantastic fact!<\/p>\n<p>The October 1st deadline allows the metro MG program office enough time to compile and share the great news of your tremendous contributions with the state Master Gardener program and OSU Extension Service.<\/p>\n<p>Help us get those statistics to the state level by recording and submitting your hours this month!\u00a0 We will share the grand totals at our Fall Recertification.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>How to Report Your Volunteer Hours?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can report volunteer hours on one of two volunteer hour log sheets provided in the Volunteer Portal, choose from a PDF or Excel spreadsheet. <a href=\"http:\/\/extension.oregonstate.edu\/mg\/metro\/forms\">http:\/\/extension.oregonstate.edu\/mg\/metro\/forms<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Please email or snail mail your completed log sheet to <a href=\"mailto:marcia.mcintyre@oregonstate.edu\">marcia.mcintyre@oregonstate.edu<\/a> or MG Hours, 200 Warner-Milne Road, Oregon City, OR 97045<\/p>\n<p>Note:\u00a0 Please <u>do not<\/u> submit your hours via the OSU MG online volunteer submission option, CERVIS or CANVAS.\u00a0 We only process hours sent on the provided OSU Metro Master Gardener log sheets.<\/p>\n<p>A special thank you to those who have already submitted your hours!\u00a0 Great going early birds!<\/p>\n<p>For those of you who are still seeking Recertification\/continuing education or volunteer opportunities look for some great opportunities below<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>MG Nuts and Bolts<br \/>\n<\/strong>Need a refresher on how to maintain your Master Gardener certification?\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/extension.oregonstate.edu\/mg\/metro\/sites\/default\/files\/criteria_to_maintain_active_master_gardener_status_4-5-17_final.pdf\">All the nuts and bolts can be found here!<\/a>\u00a0 Whether you are a 2017 trainee or a Veteran MG, to continue to serve as a \u201ccurrent\u201d OSU Master Gardener you must submit an annual, signed <a href=\"http:\/\/extension.oregonstate.edu\/mg\/metro\/sites\/default\/files\/2017_2018_conditions_of_volunteer_service.pdf\">Conditions of Volunteer Service form<\/a>.\u00a0 A 2018 certification sticker will be given to all MGs who meet the criteria and submit their signed forms.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>New Advanced Training Webinar Series for Master Gardeners<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_216\" class=\"wp-caption thumbnail alignleft\" style=\"width: 370px;\">\n    <a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/Pollinator-garden.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-216\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/Pollinator-garden-300x205.jpg\" alt=\"Pollinator on flower\" width=\"370\" height=\"253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Pollinator-garden-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Pollinator-garden-400x273.jpg 400w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Pollinator-garden.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px\" \/><\/a>\n    <figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Creative Commons<\/figcaption>\n    <\/figure>\n<p>Check out the new webinar series which was specifically developed for OSU Extension Master Gardeners seeking recertification.\u00a0 This year, the series provides advanced training in Integrated Pest Management (IPM).\u00a0 Each session is approved for one hour of continuing education\/recertification credit. <strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>September 5, 1PM: <\/strong><strong>Never doubt how a small, thoughtful and committed pollinator habitat (in your garden) can change the world.<\/strong>\u00a0 Presented by: Andony Melathopoulos, OSU Department of Horticulture<\/li>\n<li><strong>September 19, 1PM: Japanese Beetles in Oregon<\/strong>. \u00a0\u00a0Presented by Rachel Suits and Heather Stoven, OSU Extension<\/li>\n<li><strong>October 3, 1PM:<\/strong> <strong>Status of Boxwood Blight in Oregon<\/strong>. Presented by Cassie Bouska, OSU Extension and Jay Pscheidt, OSU Department of Botany &amp; Plant Pathology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You must pre-register to participate in the webinar.\u00a0 For details and a registration link go to: <a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/ediblegardens\/2017\/07\/05\/2017-osu-extension-master-gardener-advanced-training-webinars\/\">http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/ediblegardens\/2017\/07\/05\/2017-osu-extension-master-gardener-advanced-training-webinars\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Do not despair!\u00a0 <\/strong>If you missed the first two webinars, they are now available for online viewing!\u00a0 See individual links below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2018Managing the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug with Biological Control\u2019 presented by Dr. David Lowenstein: <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.extension.org\/events\/3140\">https:\/\/learn.extension.org\/events\/3140<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\u2018Organic Pesticides in Home Gardens\u2019 presented by Kaci Buhl: <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.extension.org\/events\/3141\">https:\/\/learn.extension.org\/events\/3141<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Fun fall volunteer opportunities, sign-up on CERVIS!\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_217\" class=\"wp-caption thumbnail alignright\" style=\"width: 397px;\">\n    <a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/apple.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-217\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/apple-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Apple hangin on tree branch\" width=\"397\" height=\"265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/apple-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/apple-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/apple.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 397px) 100vw, 397px\" \/><\/a>\n    <figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Creative Commons<\/figcaption>\n    <\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fall Home and Garden Show <\/strong>\u2013 one of the most popular garden shows and MG volunteer opportunities!\u00a0 October 12 \u2013 15<sup>th<\/sup>, various shifts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Portland Nursery Apple Tasting <\/strong>\u2013 festive fun celebrating the apple!\u00a0 October 14, 15, 21, 22, various shifts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Farmers Markets <\/strong>&#8211; opportunities to volunteer at a Farmers Market remain for Beaverton, Gresham, Hillsdale, Lake Oswego, Lents, Oregon City, Sherwood and Tigard.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cervistech.com\/acts\/console.php?console_id=0141&amp;console_type=login\">Grab an open slot on CERVIS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Guide home gardeners through the fall and winter season!\u00a0 <\/strong>\u00a0As the days shorten and the temperatures cool, a new host of gardening conundrums perplex the home gardener. You can assist and expand your own knowledge, collaborating with other MGs as you research and advise gardeners.\u00a0 Sign-up on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cervistech.com\/acts\/console.php?console_id=0141&amp;console_type=login\">CERVIS<\/a> or contact a phone coordinator.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clackamas County Phones<\/strong>, Jean Bremer, 503-655-8631 <a href=\"mailto:jean.bremer@oregonstate.edu\">bremer@oregonstate.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Multnomah County Phones<\/strong>, Susan Marcus, 503-703-4937 <a href=\"mailto:susanmultphones@gmail.com\">susanmultphones@gmail.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Washington County Phones<\/strong>, David Butt, 503-645-5769 <a href=\"mailto:dandubutt@gmail.com\">dandubutt@gmail.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_218\" class=\"wp-caption thumbnail alignleft\" style=\"width: 329px;\">\n    <a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/Sam-Chan.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-218\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/Sam-Chan-277x300.jpg\" alt=\"Sam Chan\" width=\"329\" height=\"356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Sam-Chan-277x300.jpg 277w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Sam-Chan-400x433.jpg 400w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Sam-Chan.jpg 462w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 329px) 100vw, 329px\" \/><\/a>\n    <figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy of Sam Chan<\/figcaption>\n    <\/figure>\n<p><strong>GREAT FALL RECERTIFICATION LINE UP! Saturday, October 28th<br \/>\n<\/strong>Our annual <strong>Master Gardener Fall Recertification Training<\/strong> is scheduled for <strong>Saturday, October 28<sup>th<\/sup><\/strong>, <strong>8:00am to 3:30pm,<\/strong> at <strong>Clackamas Community College<\/strong>.\u00a0 This annual event is a daylong continuing education opportunity.\u00a0 <strong>Earn 6 hours<\/strong> of continuing education\/recertification credit by attending.<\/p>\n<p>We have a great line-up.\u00a0 This year\u2019s presenters all bring their wealth of experience from their work with OSU Extension Service.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Water to Sustain our Oregon Lifestyle<\/strong> with Sam Chan<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plant Diagnostics for MGs<\/strong> with Brooke Edwards<\/li>\n<li><strong>A Vital Partnership: OSU MG Program and OMGA Chapters<\/strong> with Joy Jones<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vegetable IPM<\/strong> with Weston Miller<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Fall Recertification day also gives us the opportunity to congratulate the new class of trainees as they step up to Veteran status after completing their volunteer requirements.\u00a0 We will present trainees who have successfully completed MG training with their OSU Extension Service Master Gardener badges and a big cheer for successfully completing the program and joining the ranks!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Seeking Master Gardener Speakers<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Are you interested in making presentation on gardening to community groups?\u00a0 The Metro MG program receives dozens of requests every year for garden presentations.\u00a0 We have a small but mighty group of MGs who answer the call and present throughout the 3 counties &#8211; but requests greatly exceed what these dedicated MGs can handle.\u00a0 Thus, we are looking for even more MGs to share their research-based gardening know-how.\u00a0 We will supply support materials and those interested can shadow experienced presenters.\u00a0 Have fun making a few presentations a year!<\/p>\n<p>Presentations are needed on a variety of subjects:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Beginning gardening<\/li>\n<li>Vegetable gardening<\/li>\n<li>Fruit trees<\/li>\n<li>Pruning<\/li>\n<li>Composting<\/li>\n<li>Container Gardening<\/li>\n<li>IPM for the Home Gardener<\/li>\n<li>Small Fruits<\/li>\n<li>Perennials<\/li>\n<li>Planting<\/li>\n<li>Soil<\/li>\n<li>Beneficial insects<\/li>\n<li>Pollinator gardens<\/li>\n<li>Tomatoes<\/li>\n<li>Small space gardening<\/li>\n<li>Native plants<\/li>\n<li>Seed starting<\/li>\n<li>Propagation<\/li>\n<li>What&#8217;s your garden passion that you are willing to share?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Would you like to be part of this vital community outreach?\u00a0 If so, contact Marcia McIntyre, marcia.mcintyre@oregonstate.edu<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_223\" class=\"wp-caption thumbnail aligncenter\" style=\"width: 625px;\">\n    <a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainees-at-Eddie-Rosens-Garden-e1504072626385.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-223\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainees-at-Eddie-Rosens-Garden-e1504072626385-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"2017 Trainees at Vegetable Clinic with Weston Miller\" width=\"625\" height=\"468\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainees-at-Eddie-Rosens-Garden-e1504072626385-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainees-at-Eddie-Rosens-Garden-e1504072626385-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainees-at-Eddie-Rosens-Garden-e1504072626385-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainees-at-Eddie-Rosens-Garden-e1504072626385-1250x938.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainees-at-Eddie-Rosens-Garden-e1504072626385-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/2017-Trainees-at-Eddie-Rosens-Garden-e1504072626385.jpg 2016w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 625px) 100vw, 625px\" \/><\/a>\n    <figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">2017 Trainees at Vegetable Clinic with Weston Miller. Photo: Eddie Rosen<\/figcaption>\n    <\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_272\" class=\"wp-caption thumbnail aligncenter\" style=\"width: 628px;\">\n    <a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/Weston-Corinne-and-Eddie-Veggie-Clinic.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-272\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/mgmetro\/files\/2017\/08\/Weston-Corinne-and-Eddie-Veggie-Clinic-e1504205616291-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"628\" height=\"471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Weston-Corinne-and-Eddie-Veggie-Clinic-e1504205616291-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Weston-Corinne-and-Eddie-Veggie-Clinic-e1504205616291-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Weston-Corinne-and-Eddie-Veggie-Clinic-e1504205616291-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Weston-Corinne-and-Eddie-Veggie-Clinic-e1504205616291-1250x938.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Weston-Corinne-and-Eddie-Veggie-Clinic-e1504205616291-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/osu-wams-blogs-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/blogs.dir\/2080\/files\/2017\/08\/Weston-Corinne-and-Eddie-Veggie-Clinic-e1504205616291.jpg 1296w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px\" \/><\/a>\n    <figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Weston, with MGs Corinne, and Eddie at Vegetable Clinic, Photo: Eddie Rosen<\/figcaption>\n    <\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Don\u2019t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant. ~Robert Louis Stevenson September greetings! It&#8217;s harvest time in the garden and time for OSU MGs to &#8220;harvest&#8221;, compile and submit their volunteer hours! 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