Are you interested in learning more about producing Maple Syrup? Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County is pleased to announce the Cornell Maple Program is offering six free online workshops this fall.

Each course features a selection of self-guided materials including narrated presentations, videos and articles, followed by a live question and answer session. Learn at your own pace from the safety of home, then dial in for the discussion with Cornell experts and fellow sugar makers. Upon registering you will be directed to a website for downloading course materials. These materials will be made available 2 weeks prior to the question and answer sessions. Registration information is available at www.cornellmaple.com. For questions and additional information please contact Aaron Wightman at arw6@cornell.edu. 

Maple Workshop Discussions will be Live on the following topics and dates, each beginning at 7:00 pm:

Assessing your Sugarbush and Maintaining Forest Health – September 23^rd 

Maple Confections and New Product Opportunities – September 30^th

Setting up a maple tubing system – October 14^th

Strategies for Regenerating a Healthy Sugarbush – October 28^th

Tips for Top Quality, High Flavor Syrup – November 11^tth

Maximizing Production in your Sap Collection System – November 24^th