LEARN - CONNECT - SHARE
Who We Are
We are trained volunteers who serve our community.
We are lifelong adult learners interested in the natural world.
We are teachers and share research-based gardening practices.
We promote environmental awareness.
We are ambassadors for University of Nebraska-Lincoln and extend its outreach.
We improve the efficiency of Nebraska Extension.
What We Do
We share practical information about sustainable horticulture.
Answer questions on the Horticulture Helpline 5 days a week.
Host "Ask the Master Gardener" tables at community events.
Design and maintain 19 teaching garden demonstration sites.
Speak to local civic groups about gardening.
Grow and donate food to area pantries.
How to Join Us
2027 Recruitment Pause
The Douglas-Sarpy Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program will not recruit a new cohort of interns for 2027.
This is a deliberate decision to invest in the experience of our current volunteers and to build the program infrastructure that will strengthen the program for everyone. We will announce our next recruitment cycle when it is scheduled.
We will still hold information sessions in November for anyone interested in learning about the program and exploring options to stay connected with Extension and gardening education opportunities.
Attend an Information Meeting
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, 6:30–7:30 p.m. — Extension Office, 8015 West Center Road, Omaha, NE
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, 9:30–10:30 a.m. — Papillion Library (Sump Memorial), 222 N Jefferson Street, Papillion, NE
Questions?
Email Horticulture Program Coordinators Scott Evans (scott.evans@unl.edu) or Julia Cambridge (jcambridge2@unl.edu) with questions or to join our interest list.
