Barnum Brook at the Paul Smiths VIC (30 March 2013). Photo by Tom Boothe.  Used by permission.

Maple Weekend
19 & 20 March 2016


Maple sugaring at the Paul Smiths VIC: VIC Sugar Bush. Photo by Tom Boothe. Used by permission. Maple sugaring at the Paul Smiths VIC: VIC Sugar Bush. Photo by Tom Boothe. Used by permission.

Maple Weekend at the VICThe Paul Smiths VIC is joining with other maple producers in the New York State Maple Producers Association to offer a maple weekend on 19 and 20 March 2016.

In addition, the VIC is holding a hands-on Sap to Syrup Workshop from 9:00 AM to noon on Saturday. The workshop will allow participants to experience all aspects of the syrup making process. Participants will monitor sap quality, learn to work with reverse osmosis equipment, assist with the wood-fired evaporator, and draw off a finished batch of VIC maple syrup. The cost is $20 per person.

Mike Rechlin. Maple Syrup: An Introduction to the Science of a Forest TreasureOn Sunday, 20 March, former Paul Smith's College Professor Mike Rechlin will be at the VIC sugar house from noon to 2:00 PM to talk about his new book – Maple Syrup: An Introduction to the Science of a Forest Treasure. The book takes the reader through the what, where, when, and why of maple sap and its conversion to maple syrup, that all-so-appreciated product of the North American deciduous forest.

The goal of Maple Weekend is to provide an opportunity to teach the public about the production of maple syrup and other related products and to share the taste of real mouth-watering maple syrup with visitors. This event is designed to showcase the VIC's maple sugaring operation.  The VIC is also holding another maple weekend on 2 & 3 April 2016. For more information, contact: Brian McDonnell, bmcdonnell@paulsmiths.edu





Maple Weekend Schedule
Saturday, 19 March 2016
9:00 AM to Noon Sap to Syrup Workshop: Preregistration required. Limited to 10 participants per session.
Noon to 2:00 PM Student-led tours of the VIC Sugar Bush. Free. Plan on a two hour walk
Noon to 3:00 PM Bowl & a Roll: A hearty lunch prepared by Paul Smith's College culinary student Bill Rock.
Ongoing Maple syrup making demonstration in the VIC Sugar House. Free
Ongoing Culinary uses of maple sap. Free
Ongoing Maple confections for sale
Sunday, 20 March 2016
Noon to 2:00 PM Student-led tours of the VIC Sugar Bush. Free. Plan on a two hour walk
Noon to 2:00 PM Former PSC Professor Mike Rechlin will be at the VIC sugar house to talk about his new book – Maple Syrup: An Introduction to the Science of a Forest Treasure.
Noon to 3:00 PM Bowl & a Roll: A hearty lunch prepared by Paul Smith's College culinary student Bill Rock.
Ongoing Maple syrup making demonstration in the VIC Sugar House. Free
Ongoing Culinary uses of maple sap. Free
Ongoing Maple confections for sale





Explore the VIC

The Paul Smiths VIC offers a wide variety of programs throughout the year to educate and inform Adirondack Park residents and visitors about the natural wonders of the Adirondack Mountains. You can help support these programs by joining the Friends of the VIC. More information on Friends of the VIC memberships

Explore the Trails

The VIC trails are free and open to the public, from dawn to dusk, spring through fall. In winter, the trails are open to cross-country skiers and snowshoers for a fee. Day or season passes may be purchased.