The UC Cooperative Extension is helping people train to be a master gardener volunteer. Master gardener volunteers are people of all ages and from all walks of life with a common desire to help others learn about gardening and landscaping.

Any resident of Amador or El Dorado county may apply for one of the 24 openings. Residents of El Dorado County will train in Amador County. but will be El Dorado County master gardeners.

Applicants need Internet access. Most communication will be through email and websites. Weekly class quizzes and homework will be online.

For more information, call (530) 621.5528.