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Volunteer Outreach Service

 Guadalupe County Master Gardeners

Projects for Volunteer Hours 

Below is the list of Guadalupe County Master Gardener Volunteer Outreach Service Opportunities.   Some may have no point of contact listed (you are encouraged and welcome to lead the project); others have a point of contact listed so that you can ask questions of them or request to volunteer. Remember, all of these projects need your help by volunteering to support our community.  Click on the links below to go to the specific project page for all the details.

We want your project pictures so we can post them here for all to see and enjoy! A google drive share has been setup where you can upload your pictures. Please contact David Koepp or Frank Rippel for the details.

Ask a Master Gardener Pop-up Booths
Ask a Master Gardener Online and Office hours
Big Red Barn, Seguin (a.k.a. Master Gardener Educational Demonstration Garden, Herb Garden & Certified Butterfly Garden at the Texas Agricultural & Heritage Center)

Big Red Barn Kiosk, Seguin
Christian Cupboard, Seguin
Christmas Tree Decorating Contest, Seguin
GCMG Independence Day Parade Float, Seguin
GCMG Grow Team
GCMG Monthly Membership Meeting Refreshments, set up & clean up
GCMG Plant Sales
GCMG Research Library
GCMG Seed Exchange
GCMG Socials
GCMG Video Technology Team
Growing Futures Community Garden, New Braunfels
Guadalupe County Demonstration Garden, Schertz
Guadalupe County Fair Master Gardener Booth
Guadalupe County Fair Pumpkin Decorating Contest, Seguin
Gutierrez Garden Park, Schertz
Irma Lewis Seguin Outdoor Learning Center and Rain Garden Seguin ISD
Kingsbury Fall Harvest Festival (FallFest), Kingsbury
La Vernia Primary School Garden, La Vernia
LULAC Community Garden – Project page under construction

Marion Veterans Community Park & Memorial, Marion
PecanFest / Seguin Heritage Trade Day, Seguin
Polley Mansion Heritage Garden, La Vernia
Ron Pedde Memorial Community Garden

St Andrews Community Garden, Seguin
Yulefest, Seguin

Click here to see the Archive of previously supported projects by GCMG

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If a Master Gardener sees a need to help with a NEW horticultural/education project, please fill out a project approval form (forms are on VMS) and contact a board member to announce at the next board meeting for review and or approval.

Master Gardeners:  Remember that to retain your certification you need to report your volunteer and continuing education hours using the Volunteer Management System on at least a monthly basis. 

You can also see the latest Approved Projects list for volunteering on VMS under the “other” category or by clicking here. Additionally there is a supplemental Volunteer & CE list also on VMS same location or by clicking here: 2026 Volunteer & CE opportunities Revised 07242026.

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Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at least one week prior to the program or event to request mobility, hearing, visual or other assistance.

The information given herein is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names is made with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is implied.

 

 

 

Events Calendar

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  • September 2026

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2026-08-31
Reminder!!! Today is the last day of the month to Enter your Hours in VMS for them to count for the organization!
Reminder!!! Today is the last day of the month to Enter your Hours in VMS for them to count for the organization!
August 31
Reminder!!! Today is the last day of the month to Enter your Hours in VMS for them to count for the organization!

VMS Login:  https://vms.texasmg.org/sec_Login/sec_Login.php The timely input of your volunteer (and CE hours) is critical to our organization’s funding; thus, we cannot stress the importance of the timely input of your... Read More →

0 events, 1

1 event, 2

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seed Exchange In the MG Library
September 2 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seed Exchange In the MG Library

Master Gardeners Seed Exchange Please note the new dates and times effective Monday  February 16th, 2026. In Texas it seems it is always time to start thinking about saving seeds... Read More →

Free
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1 event, 5

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Plant Sale @ The Silver Center
September 5 @ 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Plant Sale @ The Silver Center

Bring all your Gardening questions, and come check out our plants for sale!

Free
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2 events, 9

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch & Learn @ AgriLife Extension – Native Plants presented by Kathy Carroll
September 9 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch & Learn @ AgriLife Extension – Native Plants presented by Kathy Carroll

This month’s Lunch & Learn on September 9th is Native Plants presented by Kathy Carroll Discover how native plants can bring beauty, wildlife, and seasonal interest to your landscape.  Learn which... Read More →

Free
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seed Exchange In the MG Library
September 9 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seed Exchange In the MG Library

Master Gardeners Seed Exchange Please note the new dates and times effective Monday  February 16th, 2026. In Texas it seems it is always time to start thinking about saving seeds... Read More →

Free

1 event, 10

4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
GCMG Board of Directors Meeting – All Members Encouraged to Attend
September 10 @ 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
GCMG Board of Directors Meeting – All Members Encouraged to Attend

This month the Board of Directors meeting will start at 4:00 PM in the second floor kitchen classroom at the AgriLife office.  Please be on time. Board members: please post... Read More →

Free
0 events, 11

2 events, 12

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Lunch & Learn @ the Schertz Public Library – Fall Gardening—Planning & Planting – Karen Brkich  
September 12 @ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Lunch & Learn @ the Schertz Public Library – Fall Gardening—Planning & Planting – Karen Brkich  

Fall Gardening—planning & planting presented by Karen Brkich   Discover what to plant this fall and how to plan your garden for a productive, beautiful season. Learn about cool-season crops, flowers,... Read More →

Free
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch & Learn @ Seguin Public Library – Composting – Peter Hernandez
September 12 @ 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch & Learn @ Seguin Public Library – Composting – Peter Hernandez

Composting presented by Advanced Master Gardener Peter Hernandez  Turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into rich, natural compost for your garden.  Learn what to compost, how to get started, and... Read More →

Free
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1 event, 16

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seed Exchange In the MG Library
September 16 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seed Exchange In the MG Library

Master Gardeners Seed Exchange Please note the new dates and times effective Monday  February 16th, 2026. In Texas it seems it is always time to start thinking about saving seeds... Read More →

Free

1 event, 17

5:45 PM - 8:30 PM
Monthly Membership Meeting & Social with Lecture
September 17 @ 5:45 PM - 8:30 PM
Monthly Membership Meeting & Social with Lecture

Flyer coming soon! Monthly Membership Meeting and Social with Lecture This month's lecture will be presented by Austin Davenport, cultivation coach, workshop director, and known for his work with PBS... Read More →

Free
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2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seed Exchange In the MG Library
September 23 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seed Exchange In the MG Library

Master Gardeners Seed Exchange Please note the new dates and times effective Monday  February 16th, 2026. In Texas it seems it is always time to start thinking about saving seeds... Read More →

Free
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2 events, 30

2026-09-30
Reminder!!! Today is the last day of the month to Enter your Hours in VMS for them to count for the organization!
Reminder!!! Today is the last day of the month to Enter your Hours in VMS for them to count for the organization!
September 30
Reminder!!! Today is the last day of the month to Enter your Hours in VMS for them to count for the organization!

VMS Login:  https://vms.texasmg.org/sec_Login/sec_Login.php The timely input of your volunteer (and CE hours) is critical to our organization’s funding; thus, we cannot stress the importance of the timely input of your... Read More →

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seed Exchange In the MG Library
September 30 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seed Exchange In the MG Library

Master Gardeners Seed Exchange Please note the new dates and times effective Monday  February 16th, 2026. In Texas it seems it is always time to start thinking about saving seeds... Read More →

Free

1 event, 1

4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
GCMG Board of Directors Meeting – All Members Encouraged to Attend
October 1 @ 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
GCMG Board of Directors Meeting – All Members Encouraged to Attend

This month the Board of Directors meeting will start at 4:00 PM in the second floor kitchen classroom at the AgriLife office.  Please be on time. Board members: please post... Read More →

Free
0 events, 2
0 events, 3
Notice
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August 31
All day

Reminder!!! Today is the last day of the month to Enter your Hours in VMS for them to count for the organization!

Notice
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September 2
September 2 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Seed Exchange In the MG Library

Notice
There are no events on this day.
September 5
September 5 @ 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Plant Sale @ The Silver Center

September 9
September 9 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch & Learn @ AgriLife Extension – Native Plants presented by Kathy Carroll

September 9 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Seed Exchange In the MG Library

September 10
September 10 @ 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM

GCMG Board of Directors Meeting – All Members Encouraged to Attend

September 12
September 12 @ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Lunch & Learn @ the Schertz Public Library – Fall Gardening—Planning & Planting – Karen Brkich  

September 5
September 5 @ 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Plant Sale @ The Silver Center

Notice
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September 9
September 9 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch & Learn @ AgriLife Extension – Native Plants presented by Kathy Carroll

September 9 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Seed Exchange In the MG Library

September 10
September 10 @ 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM

GCMG Board of Directors Meeting – All Members Encouraged to Attend

Notice
There are no events on this day.
September 12
September 12 @ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Lunch & Learn @ the Schertz Public Library – Fall Gardening—Planning & Planting – Karen Brkich  

September 12 @ 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch & Learn @ Seguin Public Library – Composting – Peter Hernandez

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September 16
September 16 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Seed Exchange In the MG Library

September 17
September 17 @ 5:45 PM - 8:30 PM

Monthly Membership Meeting & Social with Lecture

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September 23
September 23 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Seed Exchange In the MG Library

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September 30
All day

Reminder!!! Today is the last day of the month to Enter your Hours in VMS for them to count for the organization!

September 30 @ 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Seed Exchange In the MG Library

October 1
October 1 @ 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM

GCMG Board of Directors Meeting – All Members Encouraged to Attend

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