Let’s find out what sugaring and maple trees are all about! This is a sap-to-syrup program; youngsters will see a tapping demonstration, tour the sap house to see the evaporator and equipment (if we’re very lucky and the weather conditions are just right, we may even get to watch the sugar makers at work!), and then taste the sweet product of our maple trees.

Since we’ll be outside, children must be dressed for the weather, and must be accompanied by an adult companion; pre-registration is necessary (since enrollment is limited). $10 per child. Merck Forest is located at 3270 Vermont Route 315 in Rupert; check out our other activities at merckforest.org