The Latest Dirt - Jan 2024

Program Coordinator Dawn Kooyumjian Welcomes Class of 2024

I am delighted to welcome our soon-to-be Class of 2024! This class brings together people with incredible backgrounds and talents to our program. I can’t wait to see you all certified and jump into volunteering!

So far, you’ve tasted the many projects in the UC Master Gardener program. As you start volunteering, I urge you to get involved with more projects than you think you might be interested in. You may be surprised about how much you like a new project or what you’ll find. Have fun and explore. You’ll also discover that you know more than you think. Have the confidence to try something new.

Experienced UC Master Gardener volunteers will support and mentor you along the way. You can rely upon them as you become more involved and confident.

Over time, you’ll realize that our overall program is dynamic and able to adapt to the needs of our local communities. Why is this? Because of our great UC Master Gardener volunteers, of course! Our volunteers bring fresh perspectives to new opportunities and energy to accomplish our goals. You’ll all be able to make a difference in our communities very soon.