Welcome to the collected materials for our class. Please check back frequently, to be sure you have all the information you need. Links are generally to PDF files, which you can save to your own device, or print if you prefer hardcopy. If you have questions about the materials, please check with Elaine Smith.
2020 Class Schedule – Updated 12-27
Class Make-up Schedule for all counties
VRS Categories – Apply to both trainees and certified MGs
Continuing Education Information Sheet – Primarily for certified MGs
Timeline of suggested trainee activities
MCMGA Resources – For both trainees and certified MGs
Jan 6 Orientation
Botany PPT – Botany Handout Text in the lower left quadrant of PPT, pg 4 (Plant Identification) is blurred in the PPT PDF file. I’ve asked that Heather send me a clear PDF of that section so that I can post it as an addendum. Thanks for your patience.
Jan 13 Composting PPT – Recommended Readings
Remember to tittivate this morning – Directory photos will be taken during the lunch hour!
Soils and Fertilizers PPT – Activity handout – You will get a hardcopy of this handout at class
Jan 20 Plant ID – Will be provided in hardcopy for class One URL will take you to both the broadleaf and conifer databases (under the heading Woody Plant Search) and this morning’s informational material (bottom entry under Additional Information)
Sustainable Landscape Design – PPT Pt 1, PPT Pt 2, Resource list, Gardening flyer – Handouts will be provided in hardcopy, but are also posted here for your convenience: Design Activity, Base Map, Plant Palette
If you were having difficulty accessing the Members’ web page yesterday or this morning, please try again. It now appears to be working correctly. If you still have trouble getting in, please contact Elaine, webmastermcmga@gmail.com
Jan 27 Gardening and Water Quality
Pruning Ornamentals
Feb 3 Tree Fruits
Pesticide Safety
Feb 10 Lawns
Organic Vegetable Gardening
Feb 17 Plant Pathology
Volunteer opportunities
Plant Propagation
Feb 24 Berries and Grapes
Insects
Mar 2 Weeds
Vertebrate Pests
Mar 9 Resources
IPM
Mar 16 Problem Diagnosis 1
Problem Diagnosis 2
