Contact

Get Involved

The Heritage Apple Corps welcomes volunteers, supporters, and anyone interested in preserving Central Oregon's agricultural heritage. There are many ways to participate:

Volunteer Opportunities

• Orchard restoration workdays - Help with brush clearing, tree maintenance, and site restoration
• Documentation and photography - Assist with tree inventory, measurements, and photographic records
• Interpretive signage - Design and installation of educational materials at historic sites
• Educational workshops - Participate in or help lead community learning events
• Arboretum support - Assist with the conservation collection at Clarno

Support the Project

• Attend public events - Visit historic orchards during scheduled tours and workshops
• Spread the word - Share information about the project with friends and community
• Financial support - Donations help fund materials, signage, and preservation activities
• Subscribe to updates - Stay informed about workdays, events, and discoveries

Organizations

The Heritage Apple Corps operates as a collaborative initiative supported by multiple partner organizations:

In Cahoots - Heirloom Apple Collaborative

Founded by Carolyn "CJ" Johnson, In Cahoots is the grassroots organization that established the Heritage Apple Corps.

The School of Ranch

The School of Ranch partners with the Heritage Apple Corps on educational programming and community engagement.

Website: Heritage Apple Corps at School of Ranch

U.S. Forest Service

The Ochoco, Deschutes, and Crooked River National Forests are key partners in preservation efforts, providing scientific expertise and stewardship of public lands where many historic orchards are located.

Discover Your Forest

Primary sponsor supporting the preservation work across National Forest lands in Central Oregon.

How to Reach Us

This website is maintained by volunteer Peter LoVerso, reachable by email at biotinker@gmail.com

For information about volunteer opportunities, events, or general inquiries:

• Visit the School of Ranch website: [1]
• Check the wiki Main Page for project updates and upcoming workdays
• Contact the U.S. Forest Service offices in the Ochoco and Deschutes National Forests for information about visiting historic orchard sites

See Also

• Heritage_Apple_Corps_of_Central_Oregon:About - Project mission and history
• All Trees - Complete tree inventory
• Unique Trees - Genetically unique discoveries