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It’s maple sugaring time! Come to Creek Bend Nature Center to explore the art, science, and folklore of the “sugar bush.” Learn how to identify and tap a maple tree and try your hand at drilling and setting a tap. We’ll simmer sap over an open fire and watch as it thickens to syrup. Relax with a mug of steaming hot cocoa and enjoy ice cream with a drizzle of syrup in the Maple Café. After a day of fun, purchase some locally-sourced maple syrup to take home with you. NEW this year: Relax under the heated beer tent and enjoy our exclusive “Maple Replay” maple stout. Created in honor of the Forest Preserve District’s 100th anniversary, this beer is custom-crafted with Funks Grove maple syrup by our friends at Riverlands Brewing Company. No registration required. Thanks to event sponsors, Culvers in St. Charles and Original Country Donuts Elgin.
Maple Sugaring Days
Saturday, March 1 & Sunday, March 2
Noon - 3 p.m.
Creek Bend Nature Center
LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve
37W700 Dean St., St. Charles
FREE
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Creek Bend Nature Center, 37W700 Dean St, St Charles, IL 60175-4836, United States,Saint Charles, Illinois