Discover the Magic of Maple Sugaring!
Spring is sweet at the South Shore YMCA Nature Center! Join us for a family-friendly celebration of New England’s maple sugaring traditions. Learn how sugar maples are tapped with hands-on demonstrations, watch as sap is boiled into syrup, and enjoy delicious treats. Plus, enjoy a variety of other activities for all ages! Be sure to dress for the weather—this celebration includes both indoor and outdoor fun.
Activities
- Tree Tapping Demonstration & Sap Boil
- Arts & Crafts
- Guided Maple Sugaring Walks (10:30am, 11:00am, 11:30am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm)
- Big Ryan’s Tall Tales live storytelling (11:30am, 12:00pm)
- Explore Wampanoag and Colonial traditions with Plimoth Patuxet
- Creature Corner Exploration
- Professor Jim’s Maple Lab
- South Shore Woodturners Demonstrations
- StoryWalk Trail
- Outdoor Games
- Nature Center Preschool Tours
- Music, temporary tattoos, and more!
Food & Vendors
Free with admission (while supplies last):
- Pancakes with syrup
- Popcorn
Available for purchase:
- Pepin Sugarhouse – pure VT maple syrup
- Mom on the Go Food Truck – featuring maple bacon grilled cheese
- Kiss Flower Farm – locally made specialty foods
Event Admissions:
- Individual: M: $10 | NM: $15
- Family (up to 5 individuals): M: $20 | NM $30
- Children under 2 enter free – no ticket required
Questions: [email protected]
Thank you! This program is supported in part by a grant from the Weymouth Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
