I have not done the sprouting of almonds.
They are prunus communis so similar to cherry, I think.
Take out of hard shell and soak overnight might be an idea?
Never done it myself.

The book on Seeds by MacVicar page 203 says to place the seeds in damp vermiculite and chill in the 'frig for at least a month. Then pot them up,-- germination takes several months.

Thanks for the help, I'll try that. I guess I should start now.
I have enough to experiment different methods.

Keep the rest of us posted as to what is best.
Good luck.
Caroline

There is info on starting almonds from seeds on the UBC Botanical Gardens site.
Go under "Growing fruit and nuts".

...sounds like it needs to be stratified. Also, lets not forget our friend google ;)
http://www.ehow.com/how_4454761_sprout-almonds.html

I bought natural almonds and natural filberts and will try them by winter sowing.
Those are interesting articles on the google sites.
It is intriguing that you can increase the nutrient value by sprouting them.

Caroline Zone 3 Calgary