WHO ARE ALABAMA MASTER GARDENERS AND WHAT DO THEY DO?
Extension Education
Ellen Huckabay
REGIONAL EXTENSION AGENT
ALABAMA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SYSTEM
MOBILE
Abstract
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\r\n The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) has utilized the skills and talents of volunteers since the inception of the Master Gardener Program to support other ACES programs and extend its reach to the residents of Alabama. There are over 2,000 certified Master Gardener Volunteers (MGVs) in Alabama who contribute over 190,000 volunteer hours to the state. These volunteers support and promote ACES by performing a variety of volunteer activities in their communities. For state and federal reporting purposes, the volunteer hours are recorded and grouped into categories based on the type of volunteer activity performed. In 2011, a survey was conducted to assess the demographics of MGVs and gain a better understanding of who they are. Thus, we now know not only what MGVs are doing, but also have a better understanding of who they are. This activity and demographical information is useful for identifying and designing future programming and training opportunities for MGVs.
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Authors: E.K. Huckabay, K.P. Smith
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Huckabay, E. Regional Extension Agent, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Alabama, 36608
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Smith, K. State Master Gardener Program Coordinator and Home Grounds Team Co-leader, Alabama Cooperative Extension, Alabama, 36849