Maple Syrup Magic

Let's learn the process of making maple syrup! History has never been sweeter. From the earliest times, Native Americans and pioneers of the Midwest made syrup from the sweet sap of the maple tree. Find maple trees tapped on site and even try some real maple syrup. Throughout the day, sessions will take place on the history of maple syrup, the selection and tapping of trees, the gathering of sap, and the cooking of the sap to make syrup.
*Afterwards stick around and satisfy your maple syrup craving with a plate of fresh-off-the-skillet pancakes from the Crete Cadets and wash them down with a warm, seasonal beverage from The Bean Wagon. I was told the fee would be around $8-10 (which includes sausage and/or bacon and possibly juice and milk), plan on bringing some cash so we can support the Boy Scouts.
The trees aren’t just giving sap, though. This expanded event will also feature Myles Nasby demonstrating his chainsaw art skills, opportunities to learn the art of wood burning and make a sweet craft and other games and activities! Plan to stay for 1½ hours to 2 hours for the full experience.

Let us plan on carpooling. Suggestions welcome, rideshare decision will be made and posted during the week prior.
Location: Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 Dutton Rd, Beecher, IL 60401, (708) 946-2216
Fee: Free, unless you decide to stay for pancakes. 😉