Have you been to the Chokecherry Festival in Lewistown? These little berries equal big fun in the center of the state. Kick off the weekend with the Chokecherry Jam Street Dance Friday night. Then, from a chokecherry culinary contest to fun run, Saturday is packed with excitement. And don’t forget to stay for the closing event: Trails & Ales beer festival! http://centralmontana.com/listings/21110.htm | Central Montana

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Additionally, the leaves of Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana) are typically broader than that of Black cherry (Prunus serotina). Also be aware that very young black cherry leaves may not have developed that rusty brown color completely yet!Chokecherry is an important food source for both humans and animals where it occurs!Last year I got to try delicious cookies that were made by @foragecolorado with chokecherry flour. Incredible food!It was such a treat to get to see this wild fruit tree in its n