As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible dedication and generosity of our Master Gardener volunteers. The Master Gardeners’ time, effort, and passion have been the driving force behind our mission, and we are excited to share the impact of their contributions in this year’s Extension Master Gardener Annual Report.

In the pages that follow, you will find a detailed look at the collective hours served, the milestones we have reached, and the lives that have been touched through their commitment to providing research-based horticulture education to their communities. The numbers tell a story of dedication, but beyond the data, they represent the real difference they have made throughout Nevada.

This report is not just a summary of figures; it is a celebration of the hard work and an acknowledgment of the countless ways our Master Gardener volunteers have enriched the lives of others.

We invite you to explore the report and take pride in the remarkable achievements of the Master Gardener volunteers have accomplished. As we look ahead, we are excited for another year of service, impact, and working together to make a difference.

With deepest appreciation,

Katelyn Brinkerhoff
Statewide Master Gardener Coordinator
University of Nevada, Reno Extension

Brinkerhoff, K. 2025, Extension Master Gardener Annual Report (2024), Extension, University of Nevada, Reno

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Extension Master Gardener Annual Report (2024)

This report is not just a summary of figures; it is a celebration of the hard work and an acknowledgment of the countless ways our Master Gardener volunteers have enriched the lives of others.

With deepest appreciation,

Katelyn Brinkerhoff
Statewide Master Gardener Coordinator
University of Nevada, Reno Extension

Published by: Brinkerhoff, K., 2025, Extension Master Gardener Annual Report (2024), Extension, University of Nevada, Reno