Riverdale Cider Pressing 2024

Our cider pressing event on Sunday, August 25, was a smashing success! With the sun shining and a cool breeze in the air, it was the ideal day for our community to come together and turn fresh apples into delicious cider. A huge thank you to our generous hosts, Julie and Joachim, for not only offering their home but also sharing their bountiful apple harvest with us.

Hands-On Fun and Community Connection

The day was filled with laughter, teamwork, and a bit of hard work. About 15 enthusiastic participants joined in the fun, taking turns quartering apples, cranking the crusher, operating the barrel press, and collecting the sweet cider in 4-gallon carboys.

By the end of the day, we had pressed an impressive 14 gallons of cider!

The only uninvited guests were the swarms of wasps, eager to sample the fresh cider. Despite their buzzing presence, humans and wasps managed to coexist peacefully, with only a couple of minor stings.

Why You Should Join Us Next Time

Missed this event? Don’t worry! This is just one of the many food preservation workshops and events we host throughout the year. Whether you’re new to cider pressing, eager to learn canning or fermentation, or simply want to connect with others who share a passion for local food, there’s a spot for you at our next event.

Get Involved and Spread the Word

Want to learn more about our upcoming workshops? Check out our Food Preservation Events to see what’s coming up. And remember to tell your friends and neighbors about OFRE’s mission to preserve Edmonton’s local harvest. Together, we can reduce food waste, support food security, and enjoy the delicious fruits of our labor.

Join us for the next pressing, canning, or pickling event—you won’t want to miss out on the fun and community spirit!