Tayton Aldrich hanging up sap buckets at Brackett Brook Farm for the 2026 sugaring season.
Sugaring season is almost upon us! To celebrate this wonderful time of the year, the Upper Valley Land Trust is partnering with Brackett Brook Farm for a maple sugaring workshop and tour of their sugarbush. We will meet with Brackett Brook Farm owner Harry Pease for a boiling demonstration at the sugarhouse, where we’ll not only learn about the sugaring process but also the deep-rooted history of this multi-generation farm. After enjoying some syrup samples, the group will walk out into the property’s sugarbush area and learn tree identification tips from UVLT staff along the way. We will explore the sugarbush with over 700 sap buckets actively collecting from the trees the traditional way. Harry will provide a demonstration of the tree tapping process, including tree selection, tap location and depth, and the number of taps. Upon our return to the sugarhouse, we will enjoy a SECOND maple treat to wrap up our day!
The walk will be under a mile. Conditions will vary depending on snow and ice and winter traction may be necessary. This is a family friendly event for all ages, but please leave your furry friends at home!
