Did you know that it takes about forty gallons of sap to make a gallon of maple syrup? There's quite a process from tree to pancake, and you can get an inside look at it right here in Hendricks County! On January 5, 2018, McCloud Nature Park is hosting a DIY Maple Syrup Workshop from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This program is recommended for adults, and registration is not required. It's also free to attend. An experienced maple syrup producer will provide an overview of the … [Read more...]
It’s Maple Syrup Season!
It's that time again! The popular Maple Syrup Days event will take place at McCloud Nature Park on March 4th and 11th, 2017 from 9 to 4 p.m. This annual event is a fun way to learn all about maple syrup. Visitors get hands-on experience and learn about the history of maple sugaring. You can learn how to tap a maple tree for syrup and see a demonstration of pioneer sugaring processes. You'll also see how maple syrup is made in modern days at the Sugar Shack, where you can … [Read more...]
Maple Syrup Days
Have you ever wondered where maple syrup comes from? Get a tree-to-table experience with the sweet stuff at Maple Syrup Days at McCloud Nature Park! You and your family can discover how maple syrup (or "sirup" for a more traditional spelling) is made in the "Syrup Shack." You'll get the chance to watch the maple syrup making process firsthand. You can also learn how to tap a maple tree for sap before sampling the finished product. After watching the maple syrup making … [Read more...]