Thanks for all the replies! The chemical thing did cross my mind...seems I heard something similar to that and I do all organic on our property, but I figure I can take from it what I want and leave the rest.
It sounds like it is pretty intense as far as time goes. I will have to ask around at some of the plant sales this spring and see what the MGs in my area say. Thankfully I haven't had bad experiences with any of them, though a couple haven't seemed all that knowledgeable (but I realize one can't be an expert on everything). Our old neighbor's daughter was an MG and she was super nice and helpful. We always had great conversations when she came over to see her mom and worked in the yard. But again, she was retired.
I haven't looked into it too much to see what exactly they require to even get into the program--hopefully not a lot of interviewers as one of you said! I can't imagine how that scenario would appeal to anyone--I mean, we have to pay for the program itself (though I know some of it is covered) and then do all the volunteer hours and if they make it really difficult or unpleasant to get into, why bother?
If anyone else has any opinions, please share! Thanks again!
