Events
April 11-12, 2025 / Virtual
Learn to graft your own apple trees through our series of virtual presentations and small-group sessions. Registration includes guidance for caring for your apple trees throughout the year and access to educational videos, recordings of live sessions, and other resources.
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Learn
As an orchard intern, it was my responsibility to learn about the heritage apples grown here and research information about these historical varieties.
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Events
October 4, 2025 / Heritage Farm, 3074 North Winn Rd, Decorah, IA 52101
Tour our historic Heritage Orchard, taste apples while learning their history, and stick around for an apple-pressing demonstration. This all-ages event is sure to be a hit!
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How Tos
It’s essential to properly prepare fruit trees for winter. Tree guards are the best method to protect your trees.
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Recipes
Explore delicious apple recipes from Beth Dooley’s kitchen using heritage apples from Seed Savers Exchange’s Historic Orchard. Try her Apple-Cranberry Cobbler and Pan Roasted Apples with Maple and Hazelnuts, perfect for any season. Discover the flavors of carefully cultivated apples and create your own orchard-inspired dishes!
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Stewardship Stories
John Chapman, a.k.a. Johnny Appleseed—the legendary character of somewhat skewed Disney lore—was a real figure whose story has captivated generations.
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