Mahaska County Master Gardeners
Mission Statement for Mahaska County Master Gardeners
Our Mission
The mission of the Mahaska County Master Gardener pr
ogram is to make curren
t research based home
horticulture information available to the community.
Goals
Education
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We collaborate with Mahaska Count
y Extension to provide and promote programs, activities and
various projects of a horticulture nature for audiences and members.
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Provide opportunities for networ
king and exchange of ideas.
Recruitment and Effective Volunteers
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Coordinate with Iowa State University Ex
tension for local training of new interns.
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Active promotion of program through
websites, publication and events.
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Participate in community activities to enhance visibility.
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Create an active volunteer base.
Gardens
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Consult and assist in establishment, improve
ment & maintenance of community gardens.
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Maintain ISUE gardens.
Fund raising
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Generate income to support program by
raising funds while providing education.
