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 Maple Syrup Festivals & Sugar Bush Tours
Elmira Maple Syrup Festival
When? March 27, 2010 from 7am - 4pm
What? The Elmira Maple Syrup Festival builds and strengthens community spirit through the involvement of a large number of area residents in the planning and operation of a one day festival. Participation in a fun filled day supported by 2000+ volunteers raises funds to support local charities and non-profit organizations. Continuing a tradition of 41 years, the Festival continues to promote our community, surrounding areas and local maple syrup producers.
Where? Downtown Elmira
Website: www.elmiramaplesyrup.com
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-669-6000 or email info@elmiramaplesyrup.com.
Maple Syrup Weekend
When? Saturday, March 20 (10am to 4pm) & Sunday, March 21 (1 - 5pm), 2010
What?
Sap will be simmering outside for a Schneider sugaring-off weekend. Sample taffy, maple butter and maple cake. Fresh maple syrup will be available for sale.
Where? Joseph Schneider Haus Museum
Website: www.region.waterloo.on.ca/jsh
Contact Info: Please call 519-742-7752 for more information.
Maple Town
When? February 27 - April 5, 2010 (10am - 4pm), weekends, holidays and daily during March Break
What?
Explore the Mountsberg Sugar Bush to see historical and modern methods of tapping, collecting and boiling sap to make syrup. Take in a maple candy making session, or travel on a horse-drawn ride through the bush to learn about this special forest and how we care for it.
Finish off your visit with a stop at the Pancake Pavilion for a plate of flap jacks covered in pure maple syrup!
How much? Adults $6.50, seniors $5.50, children $4.50 (5-14 years) and children (4 and under) free
Where? Mountsberg Conservation Area, 2259 Milburough Line, Campbellville
Website: www.conservationhalton.on.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 905-854-2276 or email mtsberg@hrca.on.ca.
Maple Syrup Festival, 2010
When? Sundays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2010 and March Break Days, Wednesday, March 17 and Thursday, March 18 (10am - 4pm)
What?
Discover one of Canada's most time-honoured and delicious traditions. Explore the making of maple syrup from the tree to the table in three different time periods: the 18th century methods of Canada's First Nations, early 19th century pioneers, and modern times. Families can also take an old-fashioned horse and wagon ride through time, stroll through a rural historical Ontario village and enjoy a wonderful pancake breakfast.
How much? Adults $9.75, Seniors/Disabled $8.75, Youth 6-12 years of age $5.75, Children 5 years and under are free, Parking is free.
Where? Westfield Heritage Village, 1049 Kirkwall Road, Rockton
Website: www.westfieldheritage.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-621-8851 (Toll Free: 800-883-0104) or email westfield@speedway.ca.
Maple Sugar Bush Tours
When? Every Saturday from March 6 to April 17, 2010 from 10am till 4pm. We will also be offering these tours during March Break from Tuesday to Saturday (March 16-20) 10am till 4pm.
What?
Join us for a sugar bush tour every Saturday from Mar 6th until April 17th and also during March Break (March 16-20). The tours leave from the St jacobs Farmers Market every half hour from 10am till 4pm. On the tour we have activities for the entire family including our farm petting zoo, log sawing, tapping a maple tree, nature trail and history camps. We also include pancakes and maple syrup and maple toffee on snow as part of the tour.
How much? Adults $14, Children (4-12) $8
Where? St. Jacobs Farmers Market
Our tours leave from the St. Jacobs Farmers Market unless planned otherwise. The market meeting location is at "The Log Cabin" which is located on the corner of Farmers Market Rd. and Benjamin Rd.
Website: www.stjacobshorsedrawntours.com
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-656-9989 or email info@stjacobshorsedrawntours.com.
Maple Syrup Days
When? March 6, 13, 20 & 27, April 3, 2010 and March Break: March 15 - 19 from 8:30am - 3:30pm
What?
Observe maple syrup production. Free Sugar Bush Tours, Free Indoor Tours, Shuttled Hayrides to the Sugar Bush, Pioneer Site Demonstration, Samples. ALL DAY BREAKFAST featuring fresh hot Maple Syrup all at a reasonable cost! Organic Maple Syrup & Honey products available for sale.
Where? Agape Valley Sugar Bush, 392 Kilman Road, Ridgeville (~ 1 hr 45 min. drive from KW)
Website: www.agapevalley.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 905-892-4273 or email agapevalley@agapevalley.ca.
Sugar Bush Adventure
When? February 13th - April 3rd, 2010 and every day during the March break from March 15th - 19th. First wagon leaves at 9:30 am, and last wagon leaves at 3:30 pm.
What?
A ride out in our sheltered hay wagon is the start of your Sugar Bush Adventure. Upon arrival at the sugar bush you can take a leisurely stroll into the woods. Once in the shelter of the forest you will begin your self guided tour where you’ll discover themed stations manned by our staff in period costumes that will explain the rich history of one of Canada's first agricultural products, Maple Syrup. There are also stations where children can compare their “wing span” to that of local birds, or measure nearby trees to find out how many “taps” each could support. At the pioneer camp there is a traditional taffy making demonstration and you can even try tapping a tree the old fashioned way, with a hand drill! Sheltered wagon rides back to the farm run continuously at approximately 20 minute intervals. Be sure to come by our Pancake House and find out what’s new on the menu this year. Pancakes are served from 8:30am - 3:30pm with the doors closing at 4:00pm.
How much? Adults $9.50, Children (2 - 10) $8, Groups of 20 or more $8. All prices include applicable taxes.
Where? White Meadows Farms, 2519 Effingham St., St. Catharines (~ 1 hr 45 min. drive from KW)
Website: www.whitemeadowsfarms.com
Contact Info: For more information please call 905-682-0642 or email info@whitemeadowsfarms.com.
Maple Syrup Festival
When? 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every weekend in March and daily through March Break (March 15-19th).
What?
Fresh Ontario maple syrup begins flowing at Bronte Creek Provincial Park on March 6, 2010 when the park's annual Maple Syrup Festival gets under way. Hop on a wagon that will take you to a heated pancake house where you can enjoy fresh, hot pancakes with pure maple syrup and sausages, served up throughout the festival hours. Enjoy a guided tour of the Maple Lane, where 1890s costumed interpreters demonstrate how to tap maple trees, make maple syrup and maple sugar. View artifacts in the maple museum or tour the 100-year-old Spruce Lane Farmhouse. Be sure to browse through the maple products and souvenirs available in the Maple Gift Shoppe and pick up a bottle of syrup to take home.
How much? Daily Vehicle Permits are $15
Where? Bronte Creek Provincial Park, 1219 Burloak Drive, Oakville
Website: www.brontecreek.org
Contact Info: For more information please call 905-827-6911.
Sweet Water Season
When? February 27 - April 5, 2010 (10am - 4pm), weekends, holidays
What?
Take a stroll through the forest with one of our knowledgeable guides, and learn more about First Nations' maple tapping techniques! 11am and 2pm. Celebrate the origins of maple syrup production with a hands on presentation, including a tasty sample! (12pm and 3pm) ... and and...
Iroquoian Village Exploration, Maple Craft and Discovery Hunt for kids, Giftshop and much more!
How much? Adults $6.50, seniors $5.50, children $4.50 (5-14 years) and children (4 and under) free
Where? Crawford Lake Conservation Area, Campbellville
Website: www.conservationhalton.on.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 905-854-0234 or email crawlake@hrca.on.ca.
Maple Magic
When? March 13 to 21, 2010 (Weekdays 12 PM to 4 PM; Weekends 10 AM to 4 PM)
What?
To tap a tree, tour the sap line, visit our Maple gift shop, and create crafts in the Log Cabin. Hot pancakes with real maple syrup and
horse & wagon rides are also available
How much? $16.25 + tax Per Family
Where? Bradley Museum, 1620 Orr Rd., Mississauga
Website: www.museumsofmississauga.com
Contact Info: For more information please call 905-615-4860 or email museums.mississauga@mississauga.ca.
Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival
When? March 6 to April 11, 2010 (Every weekend, including Good Friday and Easter Monday and every day during March Break)
What?
It's a sure sign of spring. Come out and tap into nature! Demonstrations, wagon rides, activities and of course pancakes and Maple Syrup. Click here for a full schedule.
How much? Adults $8, Kids, seniors and students $6, Children 4 and under FREE, Parking FREE.
Where? Bruce's Mill Conservation Area, 3291 Stouffville Rd., Stouffville (3 km east of Hwy 404, ~ 1.5 hr drive from KW)
Website: www.trcaparks.ca/maplesyrup
Contact Info: For more information please call 416-667-6295 or email info@trca.on.ca.
Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival
When? March 6 to April 11, 2010 (Every weekend, including Good Friday and Easter Monday and every day during March Break)
What?
It's a sure sign of spring. Come out and tap into nature! Demonstrations, wagon rides, activities and of course pancakes and Maple Syrup. Click here for a full schedule.
How much? Adults $8, Kids, seniors and students $6, Children 4 and under FREE, Parking $4.
Where? Kortright Centre for Conservation, 9550 Pine Valley Drive, Woodbridge (~ 1.5 hr drive from KW)
Website: www.trcaparks.ca/maplesyrup
Contact Info: For more information please call 416-667-6295 or email info@trca.on.ca.
Maple Syrup Festival
When? March Break: March 13 to 21; Weekends: March 27 & 28 & April 3 & 4, 2010 from 10am to 2:30pm
What?
Visitors to the Festival will be able to compare maple syrup production methods from over 400 years ago through the modern methods of today. With many special features, there is something for the entire family. Horse-drawn wagon rides will be operating by the Sugar Shack. A visit to the Festival would not be complete without enjoying a stack of hot delicious pancakes covered in 100% pure maple syrup. Pancakes will be served daily from 10:00am – 2:30pm with the proceeds going to not-for-profit organizations. (The public is asked to help reduce garbage by bringing reusable plates and utensils. Paper plates and plastic utensils will be available.)
How much? Adults - $3.00. Child - $2.00 (12 yrs and under). Seniors - $2.00. Family Pass - $7.00 (2 adults and 3 kids) * General admission does not include pancakes or wagon rides
Where? Purple Woods Conservation Area, Located on the SE corner of Simcoe St. & Coates Rd. at the Oshawa/Scugog boundary (~ 1 hr 45 min. drive from KW)
Website: www.cloca.com/msf/index.html
Contact Info: For more information please call 905-579-0411 or email mail@cloca.com.
Sugar Bush Tours
When? March/April (weather permitting)
What?
Come and enjoy a group tour of the Couper Country Sugar Bush. A group tour is a walking tour where you have the opportunity to learn about tree tapping, the production of sap, and the history of maple syrup making in North America. If the weather permits, a sap tasting experience is also in the agenda. (Please call 519-848-3964 to book in advance.)
Where? Couper Country, 7450 1st Line, RR #3, Arthur, ON
Website: www.coupercountry.com
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-848-3964 or email customerservice@coupercountry.com.
Fanshawe SugarBush 2010
When? March weekends: March 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28, 2010 & March Break: March 15 - 19, 2010 from 9am to 4pm (last tour at 3:30pm)
What?
Enjoy the guided tours, hayrides, demonstrations, displays and brochures. Buy fresh maple syrup and other maple products, and visit the sugar shack and Pancake Pavilion for delicious pancakes, sausages and pure maple syrup.
How much? Adults: $3; Children 12 and under: $2; Maximum $10 per vehicle
Where? Kinsmen Fanshawe Sugar Bush, 21201 Lake Side Drive, Thorndale, ON
Website: www.kinsmenfanshawesugarbush.com
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-461-1073 or email fanshawesugarbush@auracom.com.
Annual Maple Festival
When? Please call for details.
What?
Pancakes 10 to 1:30. Horse drawn wagon rides, sugar on snow, samples, tours and demonstrations.
How much? Adults $5; children 12 and under $3 (proceeds to Lambeth Scouting).
Where? Crinklaw Sugar Bush, 4570 Westminster Drive, London
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-457-4550 or 519-690-1086.
Horse-drawn Sugarbush Tours
When? Every Weekend from March 13/14 - April 10/11, 2010 (closed Easter Sunday)
What?
Brunch every Saturday & Sunday from 10am to 2pm - Includes pancakes, maple pork sausage, maple baked beans, our famous maple syrup, butter, your choice of beverage (maple coffee or tea, juice).
HORSEDRAWN SUGARBUSH TOURS: Every Saturday & Sunday from 10 am - 3 pm. See Maple Syrup Demonstrations, Visit Baby Lambs & Bunnies, Sheep Shearing (some weekends)
How much? Cost for Brunch: $8/large; $5/small. Cost per tour: $6/person; $20/family of 4, additional member $5/person; free/children 2 & under
Where? McCully's Hill Farm, 4074 Perth Line #9, R.R. 2, St. Marys (approximately 1 hour drive from KW)
Website: www.mccullys.ca
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-284-2564 (toll free 866-622-8559) or email info@mccullys.com.
Sweetwater Harvest 2010
When? Saturday, March 27 & Sunday, March 28, 2010 from 10am - 4pm
What?
Wye Marsh Maple Syrup Celebration... A unique experience welcoming the sweet arrival of Spring. Bannock Over Fire, Swede Saw, Traditional Maple Syrup Marking Techniques, Birds of Prey, Live Music, Face Painting.
How much? $5 Admission. Children 3 & under free. Pancake & Sausages $5/person.
Where? Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 HWY-12, Midland (~ 2.5 hr drive from KW)
Website: www.wyemarsh.com
Contact Info: For more information please call 705-526-7809 or email info@wyemarsh.com.
Maple Syrup Festival
When? Saturdays and Sundays: Mid-March to mid-April from 9am - 4pm
What?
Come and enjoy the simple pleasure of being in the fragrant maple woods on a crisp March or fresh April day. Smell the sweet aroma billowing from the sugar shack as the maple sap is boiled down to syrup. Savour the taste of hot pancakes fresh off the griddle smothered with our homemade maple syrup in the old log cabin. Attractions: guided tours (lessons in maple syrup production, trees, nature appreciation and ecology, wagon rides, sap and syrup samples, log cabins, museum, hiking trails, pancakes, pure maple syrup and maple products, hot drinks.
How much? Adults - $6. Seniors and Students - $5. Children ages 5 to 12 - $4.
Where? Horton Tree Farms, 5924 Slater Road, Vandorf (~ 1.5 hr drive from KW)
Website: www.hortontreefarms.com
Contact Info: For more information please call 905-888-1738 or 800-420-7385.
Old-Tyme Maple Syrup Festival
When? Saturday, March 27 & Sunday, March 28, 2010 from 10am to 4pm
What?
Activities for the entire family: Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, Kids Activities & Demonstrations, Rope Making, Bird Box Building, Martin’s Animal Barn, Tiny Tots Motorized Cars, Sheep Shearing, Wool Making, Maple Taffy, Sugar Bush Hikes. Enjoy hot-off-the-grill pancakes and sausage, made at the pancake house by the Paisley Kinsmen both days. Of course, the meals wouldn’t be complete without a serving of real maple syrup, made locally by Voisin’s Maple Syrup Products. The Kinsmen offer different sized portions, depending on your appetite, mmmm!
How much? Adults $6. Children $2. Preschoolers Free!
Where? Saugeen Bluffs Conservation Area, 32 Saugeen Bluffs Road, Saugeen Shores, 8 km north of Paisley (~ 2 hr drive from KW)
Website: www.svca.on.ca/maplesyrup.htm
Contact Info: For more information please call 519-364-1255 or email publicinfo@svca.on.ca.
Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival
When? Saturday, March 27 & Sunday, March 28, 2010 from 9am to 4pm
What?
People travel great distances each year to see what riches the little town of Sunderland has to offer. They come to join in the festival fun and to be part of a small town community filled with love, drive and spirit. Everyone enjoys the exciting variety of events taking place during the festival weekend.
Where? Sunderland, ON (~ 2.5 hr drive from KW)
Website: www.maplesyrupfestival.ca
Contact Info: For more information please email petrie_77@hotmail.com.
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