Residents with a passion for gardening, nature, and community service are invited to apply for the Ohio State University Extension Mahoning County Master Gardener Volunteer (MGV) and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN) programs. Applications for both programs are due Friday, Dec. 5. The Master Gardener Volunteer Program provides in-depth horticulture training for individuals who want to share science-based gardening knowledge and support local educational programs. The Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Program offers training in ecology, wildlife, and environmental stewardship for volunteers interested in natural resource education and outreach. Both programs combine classroom and hands-on learning, preparing participants to engage in meaningful volunteer projects across Mahoning County and beyond. Interested individuals can find full program details and application materials on the Mahoning County Extension website: Become a Master Gardener Volunteer – dive into horticulture training, support the diagnostic clinic, lead talks, and help others grow: https://go.osu.edu/mgvapplication; become an Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN) – a 12-week deep dive into soils, ecosystems, wildlife, and stewardship of Ohio’s natural spaces: https://go.osu.edu/ocvnmahoning. For questions or assistance with the application process, call the OSU Extension office at 330-533-5538.