March 14, join us as we celebrate Michigan's syrupping culture and nature's own "liquid gold." This year, in addition to cherished stations like "Tap a Tree" and the "Yoke Lift," we are adding 5 new stations: a Historic Sap Sled and Hitching Demo, Maple Tree ID station, Novelty Syrup Tasting station, Sumac Spile Making activity, and Sap Sucker informational and crafting station.
The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday March 14. There are five volunteer shifts available:
- Friday Set Up (2-5pm)
- Saturday Set Up (8:30-11:30am)
- Festival Morning Shift (10:30am - 2pm)
- Festival Afternoon Shift (1:45-5:15pm)
- Tear Down (5-7:30pm)
Your volunteerism is directly what makes this festival possible. Because of you, 2,000 visitors get to learn about Michigan’s syrupping history, ethical forestry and local forest-to-table products. Of course, they also get to enjoy sweet treats and a day out in the sugarbush after a long winter. Because of your work, all proceeds from sales at this festival are able to go to support the 501(c)3 nonprofit that runs your community nature center.
With 5 new stations, we need more volunteers than ever before. Sign up HERE to help make this festival a continued success.
