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MEMBERS ONLY: Extreme Maple Syrup

Take a special behind-the-scenes look at our Maple Syrup operation and learn about some of the daily tasks that go into turning our sap into syrup! Help us collect sap, if running, from our sugar maple trees, learn how we test for the amount of sugar in our sap, and sample different grades of syrup. We’ll put your taste buds to the test with our “Maple or Not?” syrup challenge, and wrap up class with a scrumptious treat — vanilla…

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February 17, 2024 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

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Take a special behind-the-scenes look at our Maple Syrup operation and learn about some of the daily tasks that go into turning our sap into syrup! Help us collect sap, if running, from our sugar maple trees, learn how we test for the amount of sugar in our sap, and sample different grades of syrup. We’ll put your taste buds to the test with our “Maple or Not?” syrup challenge, and wrap up class with a scrumptious treat — vanilla ice cream with maple syrup!
All participants, including adults, must have a ticket. Meets at the Sugar House + Cidery.
Accompanying kids under 3 may attend for free. Limited to 16 participants.
Members: $10/participant
Saturday, February 17
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