Registration is now open for the 2027 UVM Extension Master Gardener Course! Whether you're hoping to deepen your gardening knowledge, connect with fellow plant enthusiasts, or become a certified UVM Extension Master Gardener volunteer, this 16-week online course offers a welcoming learning experience. The course begins January 15, 2027, with registration closing on January 8. Students can choose between Track 1: Volunteer Certification, which includes live Thursday evening Zoom sessions and a pathway to volunteer service, or Track 2: Gardening Education at Your Own Pace for personal or professional enrichment without a volunteer commitment. Course fees are $400 for Vermont residents and $550 for out-of-state students; financial assistance is available through VSAC Short-Term Training Advancement Grants, AmeriCorps education awards, and regional partial scholarships for Track 1 students. To learn more and register, visit link posted. Judy Mirro, UVM Extension Master Gardener Volunteer, Class of 2009