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Heritage Apple Day
Written By: Mary Jane McCall | Issue: 2019/03 - March
The Cashiers Historical Society is sponsoring Heritage Apple Day on Saturday, March 9, from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at the Cashiers Community Center across from the Cashiers Fire Department.
Join them in celebrating our area’s horticulture history by learning to identify and preserve ancient apple varieties that have flourished in our mountains for centuries. Admission to this event is free.
The rich mountain soil of Cashiers and surrounding communities has long produced abundant apple crops, but through the years many of the aging trees are dying out or have ceased to produce fruit. This is a great opportunity to learn the process of grafting apple tree scions onto new stalks in order to preserve these trees and introduce new growth and varieties.
There will also be fun activities for kids, including a coloring station where kids can color pictures of apples and a children’s table with crafts. Everyone will enjoy the apple walk (like a cake walk), the apple relay, and live music. Tasty apples, apple treats, and hot cider will also be provided for everyone’s enjoyment.
The Cashiers Historical Society’s mission is to preserve the heritage of Cashiers Valley through education, stewardship, and advocacy. Join them in heralding the beginning of the spring season by celebrating the humble and tasty apple, while learning to preserve this piece of our culture and history.
For further information contact the Cashiers Historical Society at (828) 743-7710 or visit cashiershistoricalsociety.org.
