SKOWHEGAN – Late winter is the time for pruning apple trees, and Somerset County Soil & Water Conservation District is pleased to announce an outdoors, skill-building workshop at the Yankee Woodlot Demonstration Forest, 7 County Drive in Skowhegan.
The introductory workshop runs from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sunday, March 6, with a repeat of that session on Saturday, March 12. Apple tree enthusiast Joe Dembeck will lead this hands-on workshop. Dembeck will discuss methods and tools used to prune apple trees in order to increase their viability and production. Participants will have opportunity to learn and test their skills pruning apple trees.
Participants should dress warmly for the outdoors and are welcome to bring their own pruning equipment if they like. Wearing of face coverings and social distancing will be encouraged.
The workshop is free but advanced registration is required. Enrollment is limited to ensure a safe and productive event for all participants. To register or FMI, contact Joe at 207-474-8323 or email somersetswcd.outreach@gmail.com.
This community learning event is co-sponsored by Somerset County SWCD, Maine Woodland Owners – Upper Kennebec Valley Chapter, Somerset County Cooperative Extension and Maine Forest Service.