2024 University of Hawaiʻi CTAHR Kauaʻi Master Gardener Program Application
Thank you for your interest in the upcoming UH Master Gardener Volunteer Program on Kauaʻi!  
The purpose of this program is to build horticultural expertise in interested volunteers using relevant, science-based horticultural information, and to conduct community outreach using the knowledge learned to support the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR) cooperative extension services in promoting sustainable gardening practices and environmental stewardship in our communities.

The 2024 training course will be conducted at the Kauaʻi Agricultural Research Station in Wailua, meeting weekly from the beginning of February until the beginning of May. There will be a graduation ceremony after the course, with the date To-Be-Determined.
In case Covid or other extenuating circumstances prevent in-person meeting the courses will be held via Zoom and hands-on activity kits will be available for pickup.
The Kauaʻi Agricultural Research Station is located at 7370-A Kuamoʻo Road, Kapaʻa, HI, 96746.

Please fill out the requested information below. Your information will not be used outside of the Master Gardener Program.

Please get your application in on or before 9am - Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024 so we have time to review it
We will get back to you around the beginning of the new year for an interview. We typically start reviewing applications around November and begin interviews in January.

Please send questions or clarifications to James Keach, Kauaʻi County UH MG Coordinator: jkeach@hawaii.edu
It's also okay to nudge him if you don't hear back: he gets a lot of emails and will not be offended. 😉

University of Hawaiʻi Cooperative Extension, College of Tropical Agricultural and Human Resources; United States Department of Agriculture; Local Extension Councils Cooperating; University of Hawaiʻi Cooperative Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.

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First Name *
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Preferred name to be printed on Name Tag *
Preferred Phone Number *
Email *
If you do not have an email address, please provide an email address of a family member or friend to whom we can send information.
Can you attend all training sessions during the fourteen (14) week training course? *
Typically held Friday mornings 9-noon, February  - May 2023 at the Kaua‘i Research Station (pending covid) or via Zoom with hands-on projects. Sometimes classes may finish earlier. Classes on State Holidays will be rescheduled the nearest Thursday.
Do you have a smartphone or internet-connected computer with which you can use Zoom or other online meeting programs? Alternatives may be available but this in case of continued threat from Covid-19 the program may move to online classes with hands-on projects to conduct at home. *
What types of hobbies, interests, or experiences do you have relating to horticulture?  Please be as detailed as possible. *
How familiar are you with Hawaiian climate, soils, plants, agricultural systems, or culture? *
Describe any public speaking or teaching experience you have had: *
Describe a time when you have worked in a group to accomplish a task, as well as your role in that group: *
This program requires seeking  out volunteer projects that help the public with their gardening needs.  Describe a couple of volunteer projects you have done on your own.  Also, briefly describe any volunteer project areas you might want to help the community with the gardening training that we will provide. *
If selected as a Master Gardener, please indicate times in the upcoming year you would NORMALLY BE MOST AVAILABLE to volunteer for Master Gardener activities (after the training course).  Check all that apply. **Morning= 8am-12pm, Afternoon= 12pm-5pm, Evening= 5pm-8pm
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If selected as a Master Gardener, which types of volunteer projects would you enjoy participating in?  Select your First Choice here:
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In 1-2 sentences, please explain why you want to be accepted into the Master Gardener program. *
Prior to being selected for the 2023-2024 UH Master Gardener Volunteer Program, all chosen applicants are required to have an orientation/interview. If selected, can you take part in an orientation/interview?  This may be done over the phone, in-person, or via Zoom. *
What days and time in January are BEST to call you for this orientation/interview?
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I wish to become a University of Hawaii Master Gardener (UH MG). If selected, I agree to fully participate in the training program and disseminate information and recommendations provided and/or approved by UH Cooperative Extension Service. I understand there is an *estimated* $200 training fee and that after the training I am required to do 50 hours of volunteer service to the UH MG Program (40 public volunteering and 10 hours of continuing education). *
Please indicate if you "agree" or "disagree" with these terms.
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