Leave the kids at home and learn from the experts!
Stony Kill Foundation is thrilled to expand our offerings with the Adult Education Series! Starting in November of 2024, we will be offering monthly lessons, lectures, and workshops to provide access to a high level agricultural education for interested adults, ages 17 and up. The Foundation is teaming up with local experts in a wide variety of natural and agricultural topics to offer education suitable for all skill levels.
Maple Sugaring: The Boiling Process
Saturday, March 14 from 9:30 to 11:30 am | Ages 17+ | $30 Non-Members, $25 Patron Members
Join Director Stacey Lynch Adnams and Educator Kim Pennock for this hands-on class where you’ll learn how to safely boil sap at home. We’ll walk you through how to construct a simple backyard evaporator using materials from your local hardware store, making maple sugaring accessible and affordable for beginners. We’ll cover evaporator design basics, heat management, finishing syrup, and helpful tips to improve efficiency and syrup quality. Participants will receive a small bottle of maple syrup from Sharpe Reservation. Come ready to learn and take your backyard sugaring to the next level!
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Questions, comments, or program recommendations? Contact our Program Director at programdirector@stonykill.org.