Volunteer Opportunities for Master Gardeners
Master Gardener interns can earn hours toward certification with opportunities to help spread information in the community about good conservation techniques, plant information and landscaping assistance. Other volunteer opportunities become available throughout the year for already certified master gardeners and interns.
Ask A Master Gardener
Telephone Assistance at Bigger House , Glencairn Garden
Hotline 803-324-4177
Fridays, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM, February through November
Betsy McClean Plant A Row (PAR) For The Hungry Garden
Located at Anne Springs Close Greenway, Ft. Mill
Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to Noon during growing season
Master Gardener Plant Sale
Dates and locations of sales as announced
Opportunities to plant, cultivate, nourish, and transport plants for the sale
Develop and produce crafts to sell at craft table
Assist in sales of plants and at information booth
Annual Master Gardener Joy of Gardening Symposium
Held on the last Saturday in February
Opportunities include set-up and take-down at venue, acquire donations for silent auction and MGYC sale table, produce cloth bags to hold information given to attendees, assist at information and registration table, serve as timekeeper during presentations and many other important activities.
Rock Hill Educational Garden
Located on Winthrop University campus across from District 3 stadium.
Hours of Operation: Saturday 9 to 10 AM.
The Rock Hill Educational Community Garden offers a place for community agencies, non-profit groups, students, teachers, and individuals to learn about the importance of gardening using organic methods and the value of working together to produce fresh food for those in need.
The Cultivar
Write and submit articles for the monthly newsletter.
Glencairn Garden Maintenance, Education, and Planting
First Friday 8:00 AM-11:00 AM
Other opportunities to volunteer, seasonally as announced
The White Home Workdays
Thursday, 8:30 AM to 1 PM
258 E White St., Rock Hill, SC 29730
Mentor Program for New Master Gardener Interns
Classes start in August Each Year
Contact Extension Agent, Paul Thompson
803-639-9101
York County Extension Office, Landscape and Gardens
Contact Extension Agent, Paul Thompson
803-639-9101
York County 4H Chapter Projects
Gardening programs at various elementary schools
Contact York Extension Office 803-639-9101 for specific information
York Soil and Water Conservation District
Aid in instructing elementary school children about plants and vegetable gardening. Teach monthly lessons and/or assist with planting and harvesting. Participating schools are in York County’s four school districts. Training provided.
For more information, contact Chastity Jones at chastity.jones@sc.nacdnet.net or 803-670-3018.