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Free Maple Sugar Nature

Maple Syrup Magic at Plum Creek Nature Center

March 15 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

A close-up of maple taffy being poured onto fresh snow at a winter festival. The golden syrup hardens into a sweet treat, a traditional Canadian delicacy enjoyed during cold weather events.

Photo credit: iStock/MichelGuenette

Location

Plum Creek Nature Center

27064 Dutton Road

Beecher, IL 60401

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Description

Families can drop in at Plum Creek Nature Center to learn the process of making maple syrup. Find maple trees tapped on site and even try some real maple syrup. For all ages. No registration required.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. March 15, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://www.reconnectwithnature.org/news-events/event-calendar/maple-syrup-magic-2025/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: South Suburbs

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