Wilson County Master Gardeners
JW McGuire
(615) 444-9584

Mission
In support of the University of Tennessee mission and the University of Tennessee Extension SErvice mission; the Master Gardener Program promotes environmental stewardship through a network of volunteers to provide researched based information and education to Tennessee communities in home gardening and related areas.  As part of our mission the program supports the continued education and development for committed volunteers.

Vision
To provide innovative, researched based, progressive home horticulture education to all Tennessee communities.

Objectives

Disseminate horticultural information
To develop community programs related to horticulture
Enhance 4-H club programs
Recruit and train interested volunteers

Values
Providing home horticulture education in a responsive and timely manner

Collaborating with local non-profit and municipal groups to offer leadership in education for better gardening practices in area communities.

Fostering a learning environment for volunteers who promote environmental stewardship while representing the University of Tennessee

Encouraging continued education and the recruitment and training of new Master Gardener volunteers

Offering information through innovative programs providing information and education to the general public with creative and new approaches.

For More Information
To learn more about the University of Tennessee Master Gardener program in Wilson County, please contact:
JW McGuire, Ag Extension Agent
UT/Wilson County Extension Service
925 East Baddour Parkway, Suite 100
Lebanon, TN 37087
Phone:  (615) 444-9584
Fax:  (615) 443-2618
E-Mail:  jmcguir2@utk.edu