Bigleaf Maple Field Day: Processing, Products, and Possibilities

Are you a small woodland owner looking to start tapping your maple trees? Or are you a syrup lover and wild food enthusiast, Pacific Northwest adventurer, or lifelong learner? Join us for an educational celebration of all things Bigleaf Maple! Enjoy a day amongst the trees learning about the process, products, and possibilities of working with Oregon’s native maples.

• Visit Hopkins Demonstration Forest maple sugarbush and discover the process of harvesting sap, and the benefits of managing a forest with maple trees.
• Sample some of our locally produced syrups and explore the tools, equipment, and best practices used to ensure food safety and quality.
• Explore the growing possibilities and uses beyond maple syrup!
• Gather together for a pancake and waffle lunch, participants will receive their own bottle of bigleaf maple syrup (estimated $20 value).

OSU Extension is an educational partner on this program. This program is a collaboration with the Oregon Maple Project, OSU Tree Tappers, and the Hopkins Demonstration Forest.