Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals | Belvidere

Name: Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals | Belvidere
Start: 2025-11-06T18:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-11-06T19:00:00-06:00
Location: Belvidere North High School

Schedule

Thu Nov 06 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Belvidere North High School | Belvidere, IL

Learn the Art of Fruit Tree Pruning
Hosted by University of Illinois Extension & Belvidere North High School
📅 Wednesday, November 6 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 Belvidere North High School 9393 Beloit Road, Belvidere, IL
Join us for a hands-on educational workshop led by Grant McCarty, Local Foods Systems and Small Farms Educator with University of Illinois Extension, alongside the agriculture students of Belvidere North High School.
🌳 While fruit tree pruning is best done during dormancy (mid-December to March 1), this workshop will equip you with the essential principles and techniques to:
-Promote healthy tree growth
-Maximize fruit production
-Improve overall tree structure
💵 Cost: $5 per participant 🎟️ Space is limited—reserve your spot today by registering at go.illinois.edu/BCFruitTreePruning
📞 For reasonable accommodations, please contact the Extension office at 815-544-3710. Early requests are encouraged to ensure accessibility needs are met.
Whether you're a backyard grower or just curious about orchard care, this is a great opportunity to learn from experts and students alike. See you there!