Cost: $10 per person

Registration Deadline: February 28

Late winter is the time for pruning apple trees, and Somerset County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is pleased to announce an outdoors, skill-building workshop at the Yankee Woodlot Demonstration Forest.

The workshop, led by apple tree enthusiast Joe Dembeck, will cover methods and tools used to prune fruit trees in order to increase their viability and production. After a brief overview, participants will get to test their skills pruning apple trees.

Dress in warm layers as we will be outdoors for the event. Participants are encouraged to bring their own pruning equipment as well as work gloves. Pole saws, hand saws, and loppers will be available for participants to try as well.

Registration by Wednesday, Feb. 28 is required. The cost is $10 per person, payable by cash or check on the day of the event. Please note, enrollment will be limited to 24 individuals to ensure a safe and productive event for all participants.

To register or for more information, contact the District office at 207-474-8323 or email Jennifer Hebert.

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.