Applications are open for the 2026 OSU Extension Service Master Gardener™ Apprentice Training Program!

OSU Extension Service Master Gardeners™ are volunteer educators, neighbors and on-the-ground researchers! The training program is reflective of the participants’ needs for flexible learning and volunteer opportunities. If you are interested in becoming a Certified OSU Extension Service Master Gardener™ Volunteer in Lincoln County, you will find more information and a registration link here: https://beav.es/ocp. Applications close at 5PM on December 12, 2025, and program capacity is limited to 20 Apprentices.