*In the event of severe weather, the March 7 pruning workshops will be held on March 8.
Learn to prune apple trees to encourage vigorous growth, heavy fruit set and quality fruit yield. Fruit tree experts will offer hands-on pruning experience. Collection of scion wood and storage will also be discussed. This workshop is directed at folks who haven’t pruned before or have a little experience. Instructors will discuss basic pruning practices and required tools, as well as identifying branch collars, waterspouts, fruit buds, and about branch training.
The following Apple Tree Pruning Workshops occur on March 7, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
College of the Atlantic (Bar Harbor) |Â REGISTER HERE
Pineland Farms (New Gloucester) |Â REGISTER HERE
MOFGA’s Education Center (Unity) |Â REGISTER HERE
*Apple Tree Pruning Workshops will also take place at Katahdin Children & Families Foundation, in Patten, on March 21. Find out more here.
Know Before You Go:
March weather can be cold and fickle; please wear layers and waterproofs if possible. Bathrooms and indoor spaces are within walking distance of the orchard. Note that the terrain includes uneven ground, and participants will be standing and moving outside for the majority of the workshop. For any accessibility questions or needs, please email [email protected].
Questions? Email [email protected].
These pruning workshops are held in partnership with the College of the Atlantic and Pineland Farms.
This year, we are happy to announce that we are able to offer classes in our Organic Orcharding Workshop Series for free, thanks to the Transition to Organic Partnership Program.