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It is spring again. The earth is like a child that knows poems by heart.<\/p>Rainer Maria Rilke<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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Hearty Gratitude! MGs Planting the Seeds of Knowledge<\/h2>\n\n\n
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It\u2019s National Volunteer Appreciation Month! This month, and every month, we\u2019re grateful for the generous spirit of our OSU metro area Extension Master Gardener volunteers! You show up\u2014in gardens, in classrooms, in conversations\u2014with curiosity and care. Thank you for planting the seeds of knowledge and community throughout Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Springing Up! Community Outreach Opportunities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Spring has sprung and so have the various Master Gardener volunteer opportunities. We are talking Farmers Markets, Earth Day Celebrations, Fairs, and more!  New opportunities are being posted weekly so be sure to check CERVIS<\/a> frequently to sign up for these fun, engaging volunteer opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember to update your CERVIS<\/a> Profile, especially if your address, phone number, emergency contact, or email address has changed.  You can make those changes in CERVIS<\/a>.  Also be sure to notify Program staff (Amy, Kim, or Marcia) so we know of the change and can make any other necessary updates to our records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Annual Master Gardener Certification Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is not too early to start keeping track of your Volunteer Service and Continuing Education hours for 2026 recertification. Follow the button below for a refresher on the annual requirements to maintain your Master Gardener certification. There you will also find a link to the online Volunteer Reporting System<\/a> (VRS) where you can log your hours as you serve them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Welcoming our 2025 Master Gardener Training Cohort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We are excited to be welcoming our new Master Gardener Training Cohort. Since the end of January over 140 enthusiastic trainees have been diving deep into the OSU Master Gardener training curriculum.

Now they are moving into their role as \u201cInterns\u201d and are venturing out to serve the community alongside experienced Master Gardeners.

Master Gardeners, be sure to join us in extending a warm welcome to the Interns, as you begin meeting and volunteering with this remarkable group of passionate garden educators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Volunteer Opportunity Fair<\/strong> – Kudos to our supporting Master Gardener Associations, and the Master Gardener Study Group for helping to build a vibrant Volunteer Opportunity Fair for the 2025 Master Gardener Training Cohort. Thank you for guiding and sharing your enthusiasm for the wide array of service opportunities available to our Interns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hands-on Workshops<\/strong> – Many thanks to our supporting Master Gardener associations and volunteers who have developed and are leading the instruction of hands-on workshops to the trainees. You have created a fantastic line-up of educational offerings to support trainees in their journey to serve the community as garden educators! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Garden Future Initiative Launches<\/h2>\n\n\n
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The future of gardening can be confusing right now. With changing seasonal weather, new techniques, different plants, you might be asking yourself, what should I be doing now? What should I be doing into the future?Garden Future<\/strong><\/a> is about growing resilience in a changing climate.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Garden Future<\/strong><\/a> is an exciting new OSU Extension-led initiative that empowers Master Gardener volunteers to engage the public in conversations and actions for gardening in a changing climate. This spring, across Oregon (including right here in the metro area) the Garden Future initiative is being launched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will be displaying Garden Future resources at selected community events. Resources and fun activities will be provided for Master Gardeners to start conversations and support fellow Oregon gardeners in resilient gardening practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you ready to be part of the future of gardening?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n