Come join us at for a hands-on Bud Grafting Workshop, hosted by the Rochester Folk Art Guild and the Cornell Cooperative Extension! Grafting is a time-honored method to effectively increase the variety and yield of established apple trees without needing space for additional trees. Grafting is an excellent way to preserve diversity!

Led by David Barnet, who has been tending our orchard for over 50 years, and co-teacher Alex Ragus, these workshops are your ticket to orchard mastery and a whole lot of fun. The workshop is interactive, teaching you the art and science behind bud grafting, with plenty of time for hands-on practice.

Scion wood will be available for purchase to take home and try your hand on your own trees! Learn more about apple tree maintenance and managing your orchard! Workshop will be outdoors, so please dress for the weather.

This in-person event will take place at Upper Hill Road, Middlesex, NY. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your gardening skills and enjoy a day outdoors surrounded by beautiful apple trees. Reserve your spot now!

Both Orchard workshops are offered on a sliding scale donation basis, with a suggested contribution of $30 per person for each workshop. Your support helps us continue offering valuable educational programs to our community.