On Saturday, Oct. 3, join the Derby Reach/Brae Island Parks Association for Heritage Apple Day, a celebration of the fall harvest and the important role of apples in the history of Fort 91原创.
Now in its 10th year, this free family event takes place on Allard Crescent in the Heritage Area, next to one of the oldest orchards in British Columbia and across the street from the historic Houston House.
At Heritage Apple Day, visitors can learn all about apples, take guided walks through the orchards, and sample varieties of heritage apples that aren鈥檛 available in supermarkets.
And of course, it would not be Apple Day without the wisdom and wares of local apple growers.
Derry Walsh and Laurelle Oldford-Down will be giving advice on planting and caring for fruit trees, and selling a variety of heritage apple trees.
Kids can enjoy interactive games and can try their hand at pioneer chores.
Local historian Jane Watt will be leading historical tours, and historical re-enactors will thrill with the sights and (loud musket) sounds of a century past.
The 91原创 Community School Fiddlers will be performing, and a variety of plein air artists will be at work throughout the park.
The event is on from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bring a picnic and enjoy it by the banks of the Fraser River.
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