Name: Grand Junction Grape Pruning Workshop
Start: 2025-03-22T09:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-03-22T12:00:00-06:00
Location: CSU Western Campus

Hands-on workshop for homeowners or new vineyard owners focusing on pruning basics and backyard grape growing.
About this Event

Dealing with grapevines is fun and rewarding but pruning can be a anxiety-inducing and frustrating. Join Charlotte Oliver for a hands-on workshop to learn what you need to do to get comfortable with pruning. Charlotte will provide information on trellising, and why we prune as well as individual coaching in the vineyard to help you become more comfortable working with grapes.

This workshop will be provided in two parts:

March 20 (Thursday) 6:00 PM MT - 1 hour session held virtually via Zoom to explain vine parts, growing habits, trellising basics, and pruning theory. Session is recorded and will be provided to attendees.
March 22 (Saturday) 9:00 AM MT - In-vineyard session at the CSU Western Campus, 3170 B 1/2 Rd. Grand Junction, CO 81503 for hands-on training for pruning and bud health assessments.

Preregistration is required. Registration closes Friday, March 21st at 5:00PM MT.

Registration will be limited to 35 people to allow space for participants to work in the vineyard.

Cost: $25, covers pruners, safety blade for checking buds, and workshop handouts.

The email provided to Eventbrite will be the email we will be sending all workshop communications to. Be sure to use an email that is checked regularly.

Agenda - In-vineyard session

8:50 AM Registration / Check-in

9:00 AM Recap of Grape care and why we prune (Dr. Charlotte Oliver, CSU)

9:15 AM Assessing bud damage(Dr. Charlotte Oliver, CSU)

10:00 AM Break and move outside

10:15 AM Hands pruning session (Dr. Charlotte Oliver, CSU)

11:45 AM Break and move back inside

12:00 PM Adjourn

Contact Information

For more information on the workshop please contact: Dr. Charlotte Oliver ([email protected])

Anyone attending this program who requires auxiliary aids or services, please contact Charlotte Oliver at 970-241-3346, ext. 105 or [email protected]. Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office.

Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. | Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. | CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English.

Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. | Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables. | Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.

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