Horticulture Ambassador Program - Brazoria County 4-H

Join us for the 2026 4-H Horticulture Ambassador Short Course to become a Brazoria County 4-H Horticulture Ambassador!

The Horticulture Ambassador Program will equip youth ambassadors with horticulture knowledge, covering topics such as plant care, soil health, sustainable gardening, and the benefits of native plants. Through hands-on activities and interactive demonstrations, participants will gain the skills and confidence to teach and advocate for horticulture within their communities.

Why Join?

Hands-on horticulture and gardening skills
Leadership and teaching experience
Networking with local horticulture experts
Preparation for future careers in agriculture environmental sciences

Program Highlights

Plant Identification / Tree Identification
Tree Planting 101
Propagation Techniques
Texas Superstar® Plants
Plant Growth & Development/Botanical Nomenclature
Soil Science and Plant Nutrition

REQUIRED ATTENDANCE to the Horticulture Ambassador Short Course.

Date: Monday, November 23, 2026
Time: 9 am – 4 pm
Location: BEES Demonstration Garden, 583 Hospital Road, Angleton, Texas 77515
Ages: 9th – 12th Grades
$50 (price includes supplies, polos, meals)
12 ambassadors will be chosen and notified by October 24th.

SERVICE HOURS REQUIREMENT

To earn the title of 4-H Horticulture Ambassador, each attendee must complete a minimum of 25 horticulture-related service hours after the short course. These hours give students the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned, serve their community, and promote horticulture education.

Service hours must be met by July 15, 2026 to:

Receive completion certificate for the year.
Be eligible to return as a Horticulture Ambassador the following year.

If service hours are not met by July 15, 2026:

Completion certificate will not be given.
Must re-apply for Horticulture Ambassador program for the following year if you choose.

Approved service opportunities include (but are not limited to):

1 class requirement
Working in the Demonstration Gardens at BEES with a Master Gardener or Horticulture Agent during Open Garden Days
Assisting at the Fruit and Citrus Tree Sale and/or the Spring Plant Sale
Maintaining the raised beds at the AgriLife Extension office
Helping at educational outreach programs organized by the Horticulture Agent
Other approved horticulture-related volunteer work

Horticulture Ambassador Hours Reporting Link

Applications for the Horticulture Ambassador Program open September 1st, and close October 9th.

View Horticulture Ambassador Flyer here.

View more Horticulture Short Course information here.

APPLY HERE! It is suggested to type your answers on in a document to save, and then copy and past your answers in to the below application. You are not able to Save and Continue.

Horticulture Ambassador Application - Brazoria County 4-H

Your Personal Information

4-H Member Name(Required)

First Last

4-H Member Email Address(Required)

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4-H Member Phone Number(Required)

Parent Name(Required)

First Last

Parent Email Address(Required)

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Parent Phone(Required)

4-H Club(Required)

If you are a member in multiple clubs, select primary club.

School Grade Level - 2026-2027 Year(Required)

Short Answer Questions

Why do you want to be a Brazoria County 4-H Horticulture Ambassador?(Required)

What interests you most about horticulture, agriculture, or gardening?(Required)

What qualities do you have that would make you a good ambassador?(Required)

Have you ever taught or presented to others? If yes, what was it and who was your audience?(Required)

What are some ideas you have for sharing horticulture knowledge in your club or community?(Required)

The Horticulture Ambassador Program requires a minimum of 25 hours of service per year to maintain Ambassador title. Are you willing and able to commit to this requirement?(Required)

Yes

Unsure (Please Explain Below)

Explanation for above Unsure answer.

Do you understand that as an ambassador, you will be expected to represent Brazoria County 4-H in a professional and respectful manner at all times?(Required)

Yes

Are you able to attend the Hortciculture Ambassador Short Course on November 24, 2025?(Required)

Yes

Please list any special accommodations if necessary - physical, learning, reading, etc.

T-Shirt Size

4-H members accepted in to the program will be given a polo styled shirt.

Confirmation

You should receive an email notification once you have submitted your application. If you do not receive this email, please try again. If you continue to have problems, please contact the Extension Office.

The members of Texas A&M AgriLife will provide equal opportunities in programs and activities, education, and employment to all persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law and will strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity throughout Texas A&M AgriLife.