Come Visit the Wolfskill Experimental Orchards in Winters

Tour the UC Davis Wolfskill Experimental Orchards near the town of Winters. We will cover a bit of the history of John Wolfskill (the “father of horticulture” in Yolo and Solano counties), the land grant that he obtained after several attempts in 1842 and the establishment of the experimental orchards in 1934. We will also take a “hayride” on a flatbed trailer around the orchards and discuss some of the significant past and ongoing research on strawberries, tree fruits and nuts conducted at the facility. If the timing is right we will also sample a few of the numerous fruits grown in the orchards. Meet at the Wolfskill Orchards in Winters. A map will be sent before the class. Note: Coffee and donuts will be served at 9:30 a.m. Please arrive on time. Participants must be able to get onto a flatbed that will be pulled by a tractor through the orchards as part of the tour. There will be uneven ground. Please wear sturdy, comfortable shoes and be prepared to walk. Limited enrollment.