The Program

This demonstration and hands-on workshop will show you how to get started with your own worm composting. Presented by Denton County Master Gardeners, Elm Fork Chapter Texas Master Naturalists, and Denton County 4-H.

All materials provided.

Ages: 5-12

Tickets

Space is limited. Tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 15 minutes before the program. 

The Presenters

Denton County Master Gardeners

Established in 1989, the Denton County Master Gardener Association (DCMGA) volunteer program is administered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service through their Horticulture Agent in Denton County. The DCMGA Mission Statement: To educate and inspire Denton County residents through research-based horticulture, to promote eco-friendly gardens and enduring landscapes that enrich our communities.

Here is a quote about master gardeners from the Texas Master Gardener | Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service website:

Master Gardeners are members of the local community who take an active interest in their lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, and gardens. They are enthusiastic, willing to learn and to help others, and able to communicate with diverse groups of people.

After completing special training in horticulture, persons who become Master Gardeners contribute time as volunteers, working through their AgriLife Extension office to provide horticultural-related information to their communities.

Denton County Master Gardener Website

Elm Fork Chapter Texas Master Naturalists

Texas Master Naturalist-Elm Fork Chapter was established in 1999 as one of the first chapters in the state. Elm Fork Chapter originally represented Denton County only, but now also includes Cooke and Wise counties. They are a group of over 250 active members, sharing their curiosity, knowledge, and love of nature.

Master Naturalists are dedicated to the conservation, preservation, and restoration of our natural resources, and promote ecological education for all. Upon completing a comprehensive training program, Master Naturalist volunteers provide programs and projects that increase appreciation of our natural environment, promote the maintenance of and sustainable use of public open spaces, and protect and preserve native flora and fauna and their habitats.

Elm Fork Chapter Texas Master Naturalists Website

Denton County 4-H

4-H is a youth development program that offers 3rd through 12th grade youth, ages 8 to 18, a wide variety of opportunities in various project areas. 4-H offers members hands-on experiences in leadership, community service, career discovery, building connections, and developing life-long skills.

Denton County 4-H Information

Texas 4-H Website