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Tricks Of Pruning Fruit Trees Doled Out At Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Next Month

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April 14, 2017

A class on pruning fruit trees will be held in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on May 5/NPS

The subtleties of pruning fruit trees will be explained during a workshop at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in early May.

The workshop, to be held May 5 in the lakeshore's Port Oneida Rural Historic District at the Miller Farm four miles north of Glen Arbor, Michigan, will focus on maintenance of neglected apple and pear trees and how to bring them back into production and maintain their health.

The course will include 1) how to identify and properly remove dead materials from abandoned trees; 2) proper pruning of the canopy for optimum maintenance and fruit production; 3) maintaining tree health; 4) how to maintain ground cover under the tree; 5) watering and care of the tree; and 6) equipment safety.

The park is pairing with the Leelanau Conservation District and the County Extension Master Gardener Program to offer this hands-on training workshop. Experts from the county offices will provide the technical information and the park will serve as the host for this annual event.

This marks the 12th year that these organizations have come together to participate in this event. The course is set up so participants receive hands-on training of all techniques. The workshop hours are 1 to 4 p.m. Participants should meet at the trailhead on the end of Miller Road. An orientation and introduction will begin at 1 p.m. There is no cost to participate. Tools and materials will be provided. Participants should wear sturdy shoes and gloves, and dress according to the weather forecasted. Handouts will be provided.

Workers are not required to be skilled. The purpose of the workshop is to teach the techniques and train homeowners and the interested public how to restore to health and maintain antique apple and pear trees. Interested parties should contact the park historical architect, Kimberly Mann, at 231-326-4771 to sign up for the workshop. Late registration is accepted. Call to notify your intent to attend. To sign up by email write [email protected].

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