▶ Feb-March, Public Maple Sugaring Programs!
Join us for a special 90-minute program as we learn about the process, history, and ecology of maple sap & syrup. We'll take a short hike to learn about winter tree ID, sap ecology, and tree biology, and discuss the history of tree tapping and some of the many things sap is used for. We'll visit our tapped trees where we'll demonstrate how to tap and collect the sap, and taste it at multiple stages of the process. Next we'll see how the evaporator works, and finish with a blind taste test of several types of syrup in the covered pavilion (with heaters). Open to all ages, so grab your family and friends for a fun winter outing! There is an option to purchase organic syrup and maple treats from a wonderful local family farm (cash or Venmo).
- All ages; under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. No charge for children age 4 and under.
- $18 for members, $20 for non-members
▶ Sat Feb 28, 3-5pm: Maple Sugaring & Bonfire Social - Just for Adults!
Join us for a fun afternoon as we learn about the process, history and ecology of maple sap and syrup. We will take a short hike to learn about winter tree ID, sap ecology, and tree biology, and discuss the history of tree tapping and some of the many things that sap is used for. We’ll visit our tapped trees where we’ll learn how to tap, collect, and taste the sap, then see how the evaporator works. Then we will have a blind syrup taste test in the covered pavilion (with heaters)! We'll end the program around a cozy bonfire with time to chat over hot chocolate.
- Adults only (ages 18 and up)
- $22 per person for members
- $25 per person for nonmembers
Maple Sugaring Programs for Groups, Scout Packs, & Scout Troops!
Schedule a 90 minute private maple sugaring program for your troop/group! Learn about the process, history, and ecology of maple sap & syrup. We'll take a short hike to learn about winter tree ID, sap ecology, and tree biology, and discuss the history of tree tapping and some of the many things sap is used for. We'll visit our tapped trees where we'll learn how to tap, collect and taste the sap, then see how the evaporator works. Finally, we'll finish with a syrup taste test!
- Scouts Receive a discount! Minimum fee to schedule a group program is $200(up to 10 participants); $18 for each additional participant over 10.
- No charge for up to 4 scout leaders/parents or school chaperones
- Available on weekdays or weekends, mid February through mid-March
- Non-refundable. In case of inclement weather, program will be rescheduled
- To schedule, contact us at: staff@highlandsnaturefriends.org, or call 973-835-2160
🍁 It's Maple Sugaring Season at The New Weis Center! 🍁