A.P.P.L.E. Project - Tree Selection, Planting, and Care Workshop

Schedule

Sat Oct 25 2025 at 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Colorado State University Extension - Colorado Springs | Colorado Springs, CO

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The El Paso County Conservation District & CSU Extension aim to reintroduce heirloom apple trees and promote sustainable land stewardship.
About this Event

The A.P.P.L.E. Project
Apple Preservation 🍎 Planting 🍎 Land Education



Apple Tree Selection, Planting, and Care
Plant a Tree, Cultivate Knowledge, Harvest a Legacy

Join us for this essential workshop designed to equip small acreage landowners, backyard growers, and community orchard stewards with the knowledge and tools to successfully select, plant, and care for heirloom apple trees.

In partnership between the El Paso County Conservation District and Colorado State University Extension, this class supports the revival of Colorado’s historic fruit tree culture while promoting sustainable land stewardship and water conservation.

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Led by CSU Extension educators, this class is designed for small acreage landowners, backyard growers, and anyone participating in the A.P.P.L.E. Project— Apple Preservation 🍎 Planting 🍎 Land Education — who wants to build practical skills for resilient orchard care.



What You’ll Learn:
  • How to choose the right heirloom apple varieties for your microclimate and soil
  • Best practices for soil preparation and site selection
  • Step-by-step guidance on planting techniques for long-term tree health
  • Tips for early care and maintenance to ensure strong root establishment and resilience



Included with Registration:
  • A Tree Planting Kit to help you get started at home
  • Access to expert instruction from CSU Extension educators
  • Access to El Paso Conservation District subject matter experts
  • Connection to a growing network of local landowners and orchard enthusiasts



Required for the Tree Incentive Program

This class is one of three required workshops (see below) for participants in the A.P.P.L.E. Project’s micro-orchard initiative. Completion of all three ensures that landowners are equipped with the knowledge and tools to establish and maintain resilient, water-wise orchards and qualifies you to receive a free apple tree.

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Registration is required for these workshops


Click on the name to register for these Required Workshops:
  1. October 25, 2025 Learn how to choose, plant, and care for heirloom apple trees.
  1. March 14, 2026 Hands-on training in pruning techniques to promote healthy growth and fruit production. Includes a beginner’s pruning kit.
  2. May 30, 2026 Learn to identify and manage common pests and diseases using both organic and conventional methods. Includes a pest and disease monitoring kit.

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Optional Classes presented by the A.P.P.L.E. Project

While this class is not required for the A.P.P.L.E. Project’s tree incentive program, it provides valuable skills for making the most of your orchard’s harvest and deepening your connection to Colorado’s apple-growing heritage.

  1. – October 15, 2025
    Explore the rich history of apple cultivation in the Pikes Peak Region with a lecture led by the Director of the McAllister House Museum. Discover the legacy of local orchards and heritage varieties.
  2. – October 22, 2025
    Hands-on class in water bath canning and other apple preservation techniques - such as freezing and dehydrating. Participants take home what they make - shelf-stable apple pie filling - and receive a starter canning kit.
  3. Apple Preservation Class #2 – October 19, 2026 - Check back in 2026 for the link.
    Repeat of Apple Preservation 2025 class. This is a Hands-on class in water bath canning and other apple preservation techniques - such as freezing and dehydrating. Participants take home what they make - shelf-stable apple pie filling - and receive a starter canning kit.


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Learn more about the A.P.P.L.E. Project at:

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Colorado State University Extension - Colorado Springs, 17 N. Spruce Street, Colorado Springs, United States

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