Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter

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Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter The primary objective of the Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter is to bring together new and experienced fruit growers.

09/29/2026

WCFS- Tahoma C***r Squeeze, October 10th, 2026

Hello Fruit Friends (from Helen Wilson):

Excuse any communication I may have missed. I have been in COVID Land since September 12th. The WCFS- Tahoma Chapter c***r squeeze/potluck is less than two weeks away, and I hope you all have it on your calendars!

Please, PLEASE, PLEASE, be so kind as to rsvp to the invitation the Tschidas e-mail so we have an idea how many apples and people will be in attendance.

Who: Our hosts, Bob & Marcia Tschida

What: WCFS- Tahoma Chapter c***r squeeze

Where: 22904 112th St. E, Buckley, WA 98321

When: Saturday, October 10th, Noon to 4:00 PM

Why: To enjoy the ‘fruits’ of our 2026 apple growing season with a good old fashioned c***r squeeze. Also, rumor has it that the Tschida sweet chestnut tree will have some nuts for visitors.

What to Bring: Apples. There will be some there, but if you have a bucket or two you’d like to squeeze, feel free to bring yours. We will have some washing facilities, but it’s better if your apples never spent any time on the ground. If you want to, you can buy c***r apples at Tacoma Boys. Also, Valley Liquidation, (9813 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98444) usually has good deals on apples containers for the juice.

And a potluck dish – squeezin’ is hard work. We’ll need calories!

If you have any questions you can reach Helen Wilson at: (253) 331-8528

Hope to see you there!
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07/31/2026

Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter August 2026 Meeting

Our August 6, 2026 Meeting Will Be At Puyallup United Methodist Church- Unity Garden

”Greetings, Sustainability Strawberries, & Restoration Raspberries”

For August, we will be revisiting Robert Sweet’s sustainable garden plot at Puyallup United Methodist Church, now named Unity Garden. This is the chance to ask all the questions you didn’t get answers to last year.

In this living laboratory, we’ll be discussing cover crops, interplanting, soil conditioning, infrastructure (paths, mounds, irrigation) and insects, both beneficial and pests). There are plans for fruit and native plantings in the future.

Who: Fruit Society Members, Master Gardeners (this counts as CE time), PUMC church folks and all friends.

What: Unity Garden, test space for sustainability techniques in growing food.

Where: Puyallup United Methodist Church, 1919 West Pioneer Ave, Puyallup, 98371

When: Thursday, August 6th, 7:00 PM, but we'll be there by 6:00, so come earlier to chat with others and enjoy any treats.

Why: To learn sustainability techniques you can use in your own garden and teach to others.

As always, bring extra fruit from your harvest, treats if you have time to make or buy them, seeds and starts to share.

Many Thanks,

Helen J. Wilson-
Western Cascade Fruit Society
Tahoma Chapter President

Call if you have questions.
phone: (253) 331-8528
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07/02/2026

Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter… July 2026 Activity

Our July 2, 2026 monthly meeting at Collins Grange #893, Tacoma, WA has been replaced by our July 5, 2026 picnic.

Those people who are invited to our picnic will have received an invitation via e-mail.

Thank you so much for your continued Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter membership and participation.

Helen Wilson- Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter President
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05/25/2026

Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter June 4, 2026 Meeting

SUBJECT: Nuts about Nuts!

When: June 4th Doors open at 6:30 PM. Meeting begins at 7:00 PM
Where: Collins Grange #893, 3404 120th St E, Tacoma, WA 98446

Dear Nut Lovers-

For our June 4th meeting, we will be exploring the ins and outs of growing nuts in the Pacific NW. We all know English Walnuts and Filberts grow here. But, did you know you can grow ALMONDS? Also, The Tschidas have two trees that bear the edible variety of chestnut. The subject of Black Walnuts, Oaks and acorns may also come up.

Bring your personal experiences with growing nuts if you've tried them. In general, bring seeds, seedlings and fruit to share. Potluck dishes are welcome, especially ones with nuts!

Very Best Regards Always,

Helen J. Wilson- Western Cascade Fruit Society Tahoma Chapter President
(253)331-8528
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SUBJECT: May 7, 2026 Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter MeetingAs usual our monthly meeting will take place ...
05/06/2026

SUBJECT: May 7, 2026 Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter Meeting

As usual our monthly meeting will take place at the Collins Grange #893, 3404 120th St. East, Tacoma, WA 98446… from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.

Subject: Curcurb-it or Squash it!

All Dear Pumpkins, we will convene at the Collins Grange to learn more about cucurbits (AKA gourds… which includes pumpkins and squash, as well as zucchini, cucumbers, melons, etc.)

We will mostly be discussing pumpkins and squash.

Hint- Hubbard Squash is large and sweet, but bring your axe! Note photo of Robert Sweet hard at work. 🎃

Helen Wilson- Western Cascade Fruit Society- Tahoma Chapter President

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3404 120th Street East
Tacoma, WA
98446

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