Marquette Co. Master Gardener Association (Thyme Shares & Friends)
Master Gardener training was offered by UWEX Marquette County in 1998 for the first time. After completion of the 12 week class, the participants met with the intent of forming an organization that would concentrate on a horticultural outreach in Marquette County. TSMGV&F was formed on September 20, 1999. This organization is an extension of the UWEX Marquette County but is responsible for the programs and activities that focus on horticultural related topics.
We have learned new ways of doing old things, socialized and made many good friends along the stimulating road to becoming better gardeners and stewards of our ‘space’. It is our desire to take our love of gardening one step further – out into the community; where, through education & volunteer service, we can share our knowledge and help people with questions and/or concerns.
Thyme Shares MG Advisor Keith Vander Velde Retires
UW-Extension Agriculture Agent Keith Vander Velde taught the very first MG training class in Marquette Co. in 1998 and has been actively involved with the program ever since. After 14 years with Marquette UWEX, Keith retired on July 5, 2012. His involvement witht he program and local MGA has been greatly appreciated by the MGVs.
Contacts:
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Jim Culbertson
W1576 Deer Path Drive
Montello, WI 53949
(608) 297-8212 -
Keith Vander Velde, Agriculture Agent
Marquette County Extension Office
Box 338
480 Underwood Ave.
Montello, WI 53949-0338
(608) 297-9153