Livingston County Junior Master Gardeners
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The Junior Master Gardener program is an international youth gardening program of the University Cooperative Extension network. JMG engages children in novel, "hands-on" group and individual learning experiences that provide a love of gardening, develop an appreciation for the environment, and cultivate the mind.
JMG also inspires youths to be of service to others through service learning and leadership development projects, and rewards them with certification and recognition.
Youths can explore their world through meaningful horticultural and environmental science activities that encourage leadership development, personal pride, responsibility, and community involvement. The program incorporates service learning and volunteerism, which enables youth to make a positive contribution to their community.
Peer and cross generation mentoring occurs when JMG groups interact with Master Gardeners, community leaders and other volunteers. JMG Kids can be mentors to younger youth, by teaching them about horticulture.
JMG provides an opportunity for youth to interact and bond with nature. As they go through the JMG program, they can learn how to conserve our natural resources and make knowledgeable decisions about the environment.
Livingston County 4-H and Master Gardeners have Junior Master Gardener activities going on throughout the year, in addition to a Junior Master Gardener page in the monthly newsletter the "Gardening Gazette". Past activities have included youth in Livingston County After-School Programs, Monthly workshops and independent activities. If you would like more information about finding a Junior Master Gardener club in Livingston County please call the CCE Office at (585) 658-3250.
Jr. Master Gardener's Page Activities and Handouts
Nutrient Variable Lab Sheet - Gardening Gazette March 2008
Insect Prediction Chart - Gardening Gazette August 2008
Insect Drawing Template - Gardening Gazette August 2008
Jr. Master Gardener Links
National Junior Master Gardener Program
4-H - National Website
