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From Tree to Treat! The Sweet Science of Maple Syrup

Elementary School

Middle School

Explore the sweet science behind maple syrup production at Chippewa Nature Center! This video walks students through the full process—from photosynthesis and sap flow to tree tapping, sap collection, and boiling in a sugarhouse. Learn how temperature, tree identification, and evaporation all play a role in creating pure maple syrup.