Last year was almost a non year for syrup. It was a confusing year for the trees as well as our bees. This year started late but has been very good and still running. When all is done, we will end up with 12-15 gallons of syrup from about 115 trees. Most of our trees (woods maples) are small crowned unlike open area maples. They don't produce nearly as much sap. In the fall of 2011, we built the outdoor kitchen which we call a "sugar shack" during sap season During the summer and fall of the year , canning and preserving takes place there. As all of the sides roll up, it is wonderful to sit around the hot fires and watch the snow fall.During the sugaring time, a lot of family and friends gather round to help tap trees, collect sap,swap tales,eat from the dutch oven meals, and drink coffee,tea and other assorted beverages. Sure is nice to have everyone's help and company. Photos are by David Vore. As always, feel free to make comments or ask questions.
A number of people have been asking about our sugar bush operation Some words and pictures may help answer the questions. Last year was almost a non year for syrup. It was a confusing year for the trees as well as our bees. This year started late but has been very good and still running. When all is done, we will end up with 12-15 gallons of syrup from about 115 trees. Most of our trees (woods maples) are small crowned unlike open area maples. They don't produce nearly as much sap. In the fall of 2011, we built the outdoor kitchen which we call a "sugar shack" during sap season During the summer and fall of the year , canning and preserving takes place there. As all of the sides roll up, it is wonderful to sit around the hot fires and watch the snow fall.During the sugaring time, a lot of family and friends gather round to help tap trees, collect sap,swap tales,eat from the dutch oven meals, and drink coffee,tea and other assorted beverages. Sure is nice to have everyone's help and company. Photos are by David Vore. As always, feel free to make comments or ask questions.
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