Extension Master Gardener volunteers of Stokes County

Are you interested in becoming an Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer? The Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer Program is a national program of trained volunteers who work in partnership with their N.C. Cooperative Extension Center to extend research-based information about gardens, lawns, and landscapes to their community. The NC State University and A & T University support these efforts for our Stokes County Extension!

In Stokes County, Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers work with N.C. Cooperative Extension to provide gardeners with unbiased, research-based information on gardens, lawns, and landscapes.

Under the guidance of our Agriculture Agent, volunteers complete a 40-hour training program, pass an examination, and complete a 40-hour internship within the next 12 months. To remain active in the program, volunteers must log a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer service and 10 hours of continuing education each year.

2026 Extension Master Gardener Certification Training

Sign up time is in November thru mid-January (January 16, 2026).  If you would like more information about the program or have questions, please contact Matt Lenhardt, County Extension Director, Agriculture at matt_lenhardt@ncsu.edu, or phone at (336) 593-8179. Be sure to like us, Stokes Extension Master Gardener Volunteers, on Facebook!   Come for the education, join for the fun!  

The FLYER for the 2026 EMG class

FYI: You can GET ON THE INTERESTED LIST any time during the year to be informed when the next EMG class details are available by signing up at any Stokes EMG Volunteer event  or contacting Matt Lenhardt.