​​Providing research-based horticultural education and information to Okaloosa County residents since 1995.

The foundation for the Gator Nation...
an equal opportunity institution

Okaloosa County Master Gardener Volunteer Program

To our valued residents and volunteers:

Due to the COVID-19 developments and guidelines provided by the University of Florida,

the following are implemented immediately.

• The Crestview office is open to the public. Our lobby is set up to promote social distancing and you must follow those guidelines upon arrival. Masks must be worn inside the building. 
  
  
• All Master Gardener Volunteer activities are operating on a restricted basis. Volunteers are permitted to work in the office so long as it has been pre-approved by the coordinator. Other activities must be pre-approved and all guidelines for social distancing etc. as set forth by the University of Florida and Extension must be observed. Volunteers will continue to respond to emails, telephone calls, and do soil testing when required.
  
  
• The Annex located on Hollywood Blvd. is closed to the public and volunteers.
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• The Niceville location at the Senior Center is closed to the public and volunteers.
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Residents may call (850.689.5850) or email us regarding their horticulture questions

in lieu of physically going to the office.

We will be responding to emails and phone calls regularly.

Our main concern is keeping our residents and our volunteers safe during this time.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

These restrictions are in place until such time as changed per instructions from the

The University of Florida, State/Local Governments, or the Federal government.