One of the benefits of participating in the MSU Extension Master Gardener Program® is access to conferences and events created specifically for volunteers.

The MSU Extension Consumer Horticulture Team offers many of these opportunities, while others occur at the national or international level. Events listed below qualify for continuing education hours. If an event is not listed, check with your local MSU Extension Master Gardener staff to confirm if it meets the criteria.

Save the Date! Smart Gardening Conference 2026- March 28, 2026

WCCCD Ted Scott Campus, 9555 Haggerty Rd, Belleville, MI 48111

Upcoming MSU Extension Master Gardener International Trip - Scotland’s Gardens, Castles and Landscapes; May 3-12, 2026

This trip is currently filled to capacity but there is an option to register as a "wait list" individual with our travel partner in the event of a cancellation from a current registrant. Contact Sarah Rautio at rautio@msu.edu or Rebecca Krans for more information. Read about the trip here: "2026 Scotland Garden Study Tour offered by the MSU Extension Master Gardener Program ®"

May 23

Smart Gardening Outreach at Bogie Lake Greenhouses

May 23, 2026 10:00AM – 4:00PM Bogie Lake Greenhouses 1525 Bogie Lake Rd, White Lake, MI.

MSU Extension Educators and Extension Master Gardeners will be at Bogie Lake Greenhouses to help answer your lawn and garden questions!
Jun 1

How to Build a Rain Garden Workshop

June 1, 2026 6:00PM – 8:00PM 4515 Dobie Rd, Okemos, MI 48864

Discover the beauty and power of native plants and how to prevent flooding and attract pollinators to your yard through this rain garden workshop for beginners.
Jun 18

Healthy Habitats and Productive Pollinators

June 18, 2026 9:00AM – 4:00PM Crossroads Village, 6140 N Bray Rd, Flint, MI 48505

Learn about area efforts to protect pollinators and create habitat for the wild bees that pollinate our vegetables, fruits, and wildflowers. Lectures, breakouts, and lunch.