GLSP Offers Backyard Maple Sugaring Programs – Update

To welcome spring, Grafton Lakes State Park is providing one hour backyard maple sugaring demonstrations on Saturday, March 17. The program will be offered throughout the day, at 10 am, 11 am, 1 pm and 2 pm.  Please note that the second date for the maple program, previously announced for March 24, has been cancelled due to an anticipated early end to the sugaring season.
The program will demonstrate easy steps for making maple syrup at home.  It encourages participants to try tapping trees, collecting and boiling the sap down and testing the flavor. This outdoor event is ideal for the whole family and is an enjoyable way to celebrate the changing season.  All participants can savor a sampling of sap as well as freshly made syrup. The March 17 program will feature free green pancakes for St. Patrick’s Day, with fresh maple syrup from a local farm.
The fee for the program is $2 per participant or $5 per family.  There are limited spots so pre-registration is required by calling 279-1155.
For directions or for more information call the Park Office at 518-279-1155 or visit us on Facebook®.  More about parks and historic sites in New York can be found at www.nysparks.com.