Hunting the Long-Lost Apple
A fascinating article here about a group of hard core (no pun intended) apple lovers who spend their time roaming the wilds of the Pacific Northwest searching for pioneer-era apple orchards and the heirloom varietals they contain.
The article is really about the group, not the culture of apples in the 19th Century, though I was a bit disappointed that the author didn’t delve a little further into the function of apples on the homestead. Sure, apples were for eating, but they were mostly for drinking. Oh, and in a sense, for gambling.
Yes, there’s quite a mixed history once you get beneath the shiny red veneer of the wholesome apple. Check it out if you have the time!
Really really good to have you back!!! This blog is such an essential resource for me
Thank you Mai! I’m very grateful to be back.
Cheers,
Joe
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I donated. Glad you’re back. 🙂
Meadow you lovely you. I had you on my list for a note this afternoon. But I shall express my appreciation now: thank you!
Happy Derby day to you, wherever you may be! Cheers,
– Joe