Winter Foraging & Tree Syrups Class

Name: Winter Foraging & Tree Syrups Class
Start: 2025-02-15T10:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-02-15T11:30:00-05:00
Location: Seidman Park

Schedule

Sat Feb 15 2025 at 10:30 am to 11:30 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Seidman Park | Ada, MI

Did you know that you can use maple sap for more than just syrup? Tapping a maple tree can be a wonderful experience, and you don't need a grove of sugar maple trees to do it!
Join IYE foraging instructors Katie & Luke Venechuk at the beginning of sap season for a class that will cover everything you need to know to try tapping a tree this year.
We'll teach you how to identify maple trees in the winter, how to tap a tree ethically and sustainably, and we’ll offer an in-depth overview about how to make maple syrup. We’ll also discuss different ways you can use the sap, because YES, there are more options than just syrup here, friends!
As a bonus for this year's class, we'll also be visiting a second tree that offers a fantastic winter syrup, no tapping required.
...Intrigued? Come join us and expand your relationship with the trees this winter!
All are welcome & no experience is necessary to join us.
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𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬:
🌟 INSTRUCTORS: Katie Venechuk, In Your Element founder, Michigan Master Naturalist, & experienced foraging instructor (specializing in plants) + Luke Venechuk, experienced foraging instructor & Certified Wild Mushroom Expert with MDARD and the State of Michigan.
🌟 Class Rate: $15 or use your IYE class pack
🌟 Kids under 12 are free! (Must be accompanied by an adult)
🌟 Pre-registration required to join - don't forget to sign up!
🌟 NOTE: This class will be taught at Seidman Park via the Honey Creek (north parking) entrance, which is a different location from our typical monthly foraging classes. Be sure to note the location change and join us at the right place!