2025 Fruit Tree Classes

Presented by Dan Vorhis from Muscle and Arm Farm

January 18, 2025: Fruit Tree Selection and Care 10 AM – 12:30 PM
The introductory class on which the other classes build. Addresses cultivar selection, rootstocks, plant needs, diseases and pests, fertilizing, and other important foundations of fruit horticulture.
Class Cost: $25 advance payment, $30 at door.

February 15, 2025: Fruit Tree and Vine Pruning 10 AM – 1 PM
Classroom portion addresses the science of pruning; field lab is hands-on in the orchard. Unless it is pouring down rain, we'll have the lab regardless of weather (which is usually cold and damp), so dress for it.
Class cost - $25 advance payment, $30 at door.

March 29, 2025:
Hardwood Grafting 10 AM – 12 PM
Addresses the science of grafting, followed by a hands-on bench grafting lab (apple). Everyone goes home with their grafted tree. Bring your grafting knife if you have one. We provide the rootstock, scion wood, and necessary tools and materials.
Class cost - $25 advance payment, $30 at door.

April 26, 2025: Soil Science 10 AM – 12 PM
10:00am – 12:00 noon
Soil is the basis for much of plant agriculture. Knowing your soil is a little bit like knowing how your engine works when you drive a car, or knowing a little about food science when you cook. Our focus in this class is to give you a basic understanding of key elements of soil science that bear directly on the health of your plants, and what you can do about it.
Class cost - $25 advance payment, $30 at door.