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

The foundation for the Gator Nation...
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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. 
  
  
• All Master Gardener Volunteer activities are operating on a restricted basis. 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.
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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.