CMGA General Info

Apple blossoms. Photo by Cynthia Murray.

Welcome to the Coconino County Master Gardeners Association

The Coconino Master Gardener Association began in 2009 to create a corps of well-informed volunteers, and to deliver quality horticultural education programs adapted to our regional high elevation environment. The association provides support for Master Gardener graduates and volunteers as well as continuing education and opportunities to participate in community programs that increase the visibility and participation in the Master Gardener Program.


Monthly meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
1601 N. San Francisco St. in Flagstaff, Arizona.

On this page you will find:
 - How to become a member Membership form
- How to report volunteer and education hours Report your hours
- Upcoming events calendar
- Gardening columns and articles
- Links to other useful websites and resources
- Master Gardener Association documents and forms

Change in Contact Information

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Event Calendar

Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Arboriculture Workshop at NAU

Arboriculture with Heightened Awareness

Date and Time:

Friday, July 15, 2016 ~ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Conference Description:

Join us for a packed day of education! You'll learn many different ways arborists can maintain tree health during climate change. We'll cover everything from low tech solutions for erosion control, passive water harvesting, the theory and practical application of structural pruning, and Aspen dieback. Basic components of arid soils including texture, structure and chemistry and how they relate to irrigation, fertilization and tree health will be discussed.

Agenda:

7:30 am Registration
8:00 am Welcome and Introductions
8:15 am Maintenance of Tree Health During Climate Change
Dr. Tom Klob, Professor of Forest Ecophysiology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
9:15 am Innovative, Low Tech Solutions for Erosion Control and Water Harvesting
Sandra Hurlbut, Senior Instructional Specialist, Water Wise Program, Sierra Vista, AZ
10:15 am Break
10:30 am Aspen Dieback and Decline, White Pine Blister Rust and Aspen and Willow Leaf Rust in High Elevations of the Southwest
Bob Celaya, Statewide Forest Health Specialist, Arizona State Forestry, Phoenix, AZ
11:30 am

 Lunch (Provided)
12:30 pm Common Insect Pests of Trees in the Southwest
Dr. Rich Hofstetter, Professor of Forest Entomology, Norther Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
1:30 pm Break - Tentative tree walk
2:00 pm What Lies Beneath: Soil Health Determines Tree Health
Kelly Murry Young, Horticulture Extension Agent, University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, Maricopa County, Phoenix, AZ
3:00 pm Structural Pruning: Let the Force Be with You
Rebecca Senior, University Cooperative Extension, Maricopa County, Scottsdale, AZ
4:00 pm CEU Sign Out
*Please allow up to 6 weeks for processing of CEUs
Registration:

Early Registration (through July 7th):

$80.00 - WCISA Member
$105.00 - Non-WCISA Member

Regular Registration (on or after July 8th):

$105.00 - WCISA Member
$130.00 - Non-WCISA Member

Student/Senior (must be a WCISA Member):

$55.00

CEUs:
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