For information on volunteering for MGACRA, Contact Lisa Ellis, lisae22@vt.edu or 540-658-8000 ext 1056
Respite from COVID 19 seclusion
Even with the cancellation of most Master Gardener Activities, there are still healthy and safe opportunities to volunteer. As you know the Master Gardeners maintain the botanical "Zoo" at Cossey Park in Fredericksburg. and the Native Plant Demonstration Garden at Cedell Brooks Park in King George. Both are in need of weeding and other maintenance activities,
We usually schedule work days for maintenance in the spring. However with the current pandemic situation, I think it is wiser for people to come out on their own or in very small groups. All work and travel time can count fully as volunteer time on the VMS.
I am coordinating the activities at Cossey Park. Please contact me with any questions and specific needs at jfwestermeier@gmail.com.
Alvin Calhoun is coordinating work at Cedell Brooks Park and please contact him at acc.ac4@gmail.com.
Please make sure that no more than 10 people work at one time at the parks and that you maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet
We usually schedule work days for maintenance in the spring. However with the current pandemic situation, I think it is wiser for people to come out on their own or in very small groups. All work and travel time can count fully as volunteer time on the VMS.
I am coordinating the activities at Cossey Park. Please contact me with any questions and specific needs at jfwestermeier@gmail.com.
Alvin Calhoun is coordinating work at Cedell Brooks Park and please contact him at acc.ac4@gmail.com.
Please make sure that no more than 10 people work at one time at the parks and that you maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet
Cedell Brooks Park
Demonstration Garden
Volunteers needed to help spruce up the area including mulching weeding and watering.
To volunteer-contact Alvin Calhoun
aac.ac4@gmail.com
Plant Clinics-
MGs provide information about plants, insects, and gardening for a local citizens universality of venue such as farmers markets, libraries, etc. throughout the Central Rappahannock Region.
Belmont Nature Trail-
MGs work on trail restoration and maintenance, preparation of plant ID and descriptive signs, provide interpretive walks.
VA State Fair - October 1, 2019
Tracy Day is looking for 12 volunteers to work 4 hour shifts (3 volunteers per shift) at the Master Gardener booth, which will be focused on pollinators. This is a really fun event, and in return for volunteering, you get free parking and a free ticket to the Fair! Please email or call Tracy at trayday516@aol.comor (540)424-5989 if you are interested.
Cossey Park Botanical Garden-
MGs educate the public on a variety of plant species that can be used in landscapes. The emphasis is on diversity of plants to reduce need for pesticides.
Local Schools and Children's Nature Program- MGs provide interactive sessions with grade school children about insects, vermiculture, plants, gardening, and more.
TCCSWCD Meaningful Watershed Experience at Oakley Farm
(ongoing dates, September thru Oct. 10):
(10000 Corbin Ln., Spotsylvania VA, 22551)
Chatham Historical Gardens- MGs answer questions and provide information about the gardens, as well as restore, maintain, and enhance the gardens.
Annual Seed Swap- local MGs join the national seed swap movement to provide seeds, plants, information and more to the public.
2021 Seed Swap- Interested in volunteering?
Contact: Joan Pope at joanpopeva@gmail.com
or
Linda Kline at klinegarden@yahoo.com
Therapy Gardens, Butterfly Gardens, Fairy Gardens-
MGs provide education about gardening, plants, and beneficial/ harmful insects, as well as maintenance for gardens at a number of locations in the Central Rappahannock Region.
Informational Displays, Exhibits/Demonstrations-
MGs also provide and staff informational displays, exhibits/demonstrations
for the public on a variety of horticultural topics that are both educational and of interest to the public.
for more information about how to volunteer contact:
Lisa Ellis
(540)658-8000, ext 1056
Lisae22@vt.edu
