VANCOUVER — The annual Old Apple Tree Festival returns Saturday, Oct. 4, at Old Apple Tree Park, 112 S.E. Columbia Way, in the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. The free community event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and features live music, hands-on activities, walking tours, cider pressing and more.
Planted in 1826 at Fort Vancouver, the Old Apple Tree is believed to be the oldest apple tree in the Pacific Northwest and is considered the matriarch of Washington’s apple industry. Although the tree’s trunk failed in June 2020, a new tree sprouted from the original root system thrives today. A limited number of cuttings will be available to visitors during the event.
Festival attendees are encouraged to bring apples and a clean container for the community apple press. Apples and containers will also be available for purchase. Local food vendors will offer items for sale throughout the day.
Live music will be performed by River Twain, The Ottomatics and JT Wise Duo. Partner organizations will be on site to share information about tree conservation, protecting natural spaces, and the connection between food systems and community well-being.
Established in 1984, the Old Apple Tree Festival celebrates Vancouver’s first Heritage Tree and highlights the enduring importance of trees in connecting generations. The event underscores the city’s commitment to preserving our canopy and promoting environmental stewardship.
Trees play a vital role in enhancing community livability by beautifying neighborhoods and parks, cleaning the air and water, and offering a wide range of environmental, economic and social benefits. Through the city’s Heritage Tree Program, residents are invited to nominate significant trees within Vancouver for recognition and protection.
Information provided by the city of Vancouver.
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