Maple sugaring is a term to describe the process of making maple syrup. "...Boiling maple sap, which evaporates the water molecules leaving one with a more concentrated sugar-rich liquid: syrup," Pure ...

Among my favorite games to play with my kids is estimating the age of enormous trees we spot in the woods, and then bestowing ...

∎ Sarett Nature Center in Benton Harbor will host Maple Sugar Magic from 2 to 3 p.m. March 2 and 15, where it will feature a ...

It’s not too early to think about spring planting. The Niagara County Soil & Water Conservation District is taking orders for its annual tree and perennial seedling sale until Feb. 28. The sale is an ...

The Norway maple is a medium to large deciduous tree, introduced into North America in the 1700s. Often mistaken for the native sugar maple, Norway maple leaves are typically larger and turn yellow in ...

The Izaak Walton League seeks volunteers to remove invasive plants from its nature preserve in South Bend. All you need is 15 minutes to help with Great Backyard Bird Count from Feb. 14-17.

DCR is offering 79 free programs at 20 state parks and watersheds including guided hikes, animal tracking, craft making, and maple sugaring.

RODNEY — Participants braved the bitter cold temperatures Feb. 8 to learn more about backyard syrup making at the Mecosta ...

Learning about the art of maple sugaring, when the sap from trees is collected to make syrup while on a hike, a cooking demonstration, and a tasting Saturday at Robinson Nature Center.

Something really magical is happening in our forests and woods,” interpretive naturalist Brianna Rodgers told an audience of 25 adults and children gathered in a classroom at Lowry Nature Center ...

Introducing Take 5 for Nature! This new column will be published quarterly and will provide readers with interesting information about what is currently taking place in the natural world around ...