Join the Forest of Avon in this community orchard for a day of Winter fruit tree pruning and orchard care.
Janine from the Forest of Avon , will deliver training in Winter fruit tree pruning techniques on the young fruit trees in the community orchard at Wickwar Plating Fields.
Please do not refer to the eventbrite map for exact directions. Follow the links below.
Attendees will be taught the key principles in fruit tree pruning, and practical techniques in how to affectively prune apple and pear trees.
The day will consist of the training session in the morning and then an afternoon of practicing the techniques learnt under the supervision of Janine. All Health and Safety provison will be covered in safety briefing at the start of the session.
No skills or expertise required, all training, tools and PPE are provided. Please bring sturdy footwear and clothes you don't mind getting muddy, a packed lunch and plenty of water.
Activities not suitble for under 16's
There are toilet facilities on site
Getting there and parking:
The orchard is located at the what3words ///unloaded.clumped.towel
Google map directions https://maps.app.goo.gl/ETNFSeBWEffVRJNn7
Parking is available onsite. ///clubbing.lame.rant
If you have any questions please contact the Project Officer at janine.connor@forestofavontrust.org 07743932643
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