Sugar Bush Fair at Spring Valley in Schaumburg turns 30

Story updated to reflect that the parking location was changed to the District 54 Administration Building, 524 E. Schaumburg Road.

Sugar Bush Fair at Spring Valley in Schaumburg is going organic once again.

The 30th annual event, presented by Whole Foods Market in Schaumburg, is set for 9 a.m. to noon Saturday and Sunday March 15-16 at Spring Valley, 1111 E. Schaumburg Road.

The outdoor breakfast includes pancakes with maple syrup, sausage, juice and coffee and is donated by the organic grocer.

The maple sugar centric event will feature demonstrations of syrup making and sap collecting methods used by Native Americans and early pioneers, an authentic Chicago area Native American interpreter, children's puppet show, hayrides and syrup sales.

"Sugar Bush Fair is always a hit," said Dave Brooks, manager of nature conservation for the Schaumburg Park District. "Visitors of all ages enjoy seeing how maple syrup is collected and the delicious Whole Foods Market breakfast."

Pre-sale tickets for the pancake breakfast, available at the Nature Center, are $3.50 for a half stack and $4.50 for a full stack. Day-of prices are $4 for a half stack and $5 for a full stack. Breakfast is served outdoors under a tent at Merkle Cabin. Admission is free.

Parking will be available at the District 54 Administration Building, 524 E. Schaumburg Road. Transportation will be provided to Spring Valley from there. Hay rides will provide transportation between the Nature Center and Merkle Cabin.

For information, call (847) 985-2100 or visit www.parkfun.com.