Porter County Extension Master Gardener Training
The Purdue Extension Master Gardener (EMG) Program will hold a statewide virtual Extension Master Gardener Basic Training on Tuesdays, February 3 through May 5, 2026, from 5:30-7:30 PM CT via live webinars. Final exam given after May 5. There will also be a weekly local connection hour with your county’s Extension Master Gardener coordinator. Porter County will be hosting their IN-PERSON local connection on Thursdays from 5:30pm to 6:30pm in Wanatah, IN at Pinney Purdue Ag Center.
Please note: Attendance at the live scheduled statewide webinars and county connections is required to complete the EMG Basic Training. Watching recorded sessions for an unexpected absence(s) should be discussed with the hosting EMG County Coordinator. You may download the policy guide here: https://extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/mg/mg-5-w.pdf.
You can find comprehensive information on the Training and other locations at https://purdue.ag/2026MGVirtual If you are interested in the Porter County session, you can download the application here and submit it to the Porter County Extension office. Note: an in-person or virtual photo identification check is required to process your applications and application deadline in January 14, 2026. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
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If you are in need of accommodations to attend this program, please contact Nikky Witkowski prior to the meeting at 219-465-3555 or nikky@purdue.edu by January 20, 2026.
If you need an interpreter or translator, please contact Nikky Witkowski prior to the meeting at 219-465-3555 or nikky@purdue.edu by January 20, 2026.