The warming days and cold nights of March make the maple sap start running, and a Caldwell area sugar bush will offer a hands-on introduction to the art of making maple syrup.
Maple trees have been tapped for centuries to collect sap that can be made into syrup, sugar, and other products. The Maple Sugar Fest that will be held at the Reeves -Reed Arboretum in Summit is open to both arboretum members and non-members alike, and everyone who is interested can book the timeslot that best suits their schedule.
During the function, the guests will learn how trees are tapped with spigots that draw sap while still leaving enough behind to keep the tree healthy. They will see how it’s collected and boiled down to remove the water, and there will be an assortment of activities on offer such as a Maple Sugaring Challenge. The venue’s trails will be open for hiking, and vendors of maple products will be on hand as well.
To help keep the attendees toasty warm, everyone will be served a cup of hot chocolate, and everyone was asked not to arrive until their scheduled time. A poster printing company can partner with the organizers of community events, making sure they have the materials needed to successfully market their occasion.
The Reeves-Reed Arboretum will be offering its Maple Sugaring Fest afternoon of activities on March 6. Visitors are encouraged to visit its website to book their slot.
