When it comes to Maple sugaring, aka making REAL Maple Syrup, most folks think of Vermont. And while Vermont is responsible for over 40% of
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A Typical Tuesday During Sugaring Season
Every morning around here starts out pretty much the same. The oldest country kid is up before me, because he sleeps like 3 hours a
Maple Tapping Gift Ideas and Giveaway
As you may or may not know, we have been tapping our maple trees for a few years now. It is a wonderful outdoor activity
Turning your sap into “liquid gold”
So you decided to tap some trees and you have collect some sap in order to make your own maple syrup. (Learn how to do
Putting in your taps
We have been watching the extended forecast around here with great interest. We need freezing nights and day time temps around 40 degrees to get
Make your own tree taps and “buckets” for as little as $10
People looked at us kind of funny the first year we tapped the maple trees in our yard. We did look a little odd with
How to tap a maple tree (the basics)
There is NOTHING in this world like homemade maple syrup on your pancakes. There is a reason REAL maple syrup cost so much! It takes
I hope it freezes
Yes you read that right. I hope it freezes this winter. I hope the ground becomes rock hard. Why? Well because last winter the weather