Maple Sugaring
Maple sugaring is a tradition in the Northeast that began centuries ago with the Native Americans and Colonists. People of all ages are invited to see this tradition brought to life at the Environmental Education Center (EEC). You will see how trees are tapped, view sap-collecting methods past and present, and see the boiling process that produces delicious New Jersey maple syrup.
This 60-minute, outdoor program is conducted at our Sugar Shack, a ½-mile hike from the EEC. Please arrive at the EEC 30-40 minutes before the program start time to purchase tickets and hike to the Sugar Shack to meet your Naturalist. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Boots are recommended as the trails can be wet, muddy, and/or covered by snow.
Walk-in ticket sales only. Tickets for Maple Sugaring will be sold the day of the program inside the EEC building.
Waivers must be completed for each participant. Waivers will be available at the front desk.
Please note: In inclement weather, please call 908-722-1200 ext.5002 to check the status of the program. Maple Sugaring tickets are non-refundable, unless cancelled by the EEC.
Saturdays and Sundays in February
Noon and 2:00pm
$6 per student/senior
$7 per adult
| Saturdays | Sundays |
|---|---|
| February 3 | February 4 |
| February 10 | February 11 |
| February 17 | February 18 |
| February 24 | February 25 |
Organized groups should contact Kurt Bender at kbender@scparks.org or 908-722-1200 ext. 5332 to schedule a Maple Sugaring program.