Maple syrup hikes begin in March at Ryerson Conservation Area
In-person, public maple syrup hikes are being offered Saturdays and Sundays, March 5-20, at Ryerson Conservation Area in Riverwoods.
Led by Lake County Forest Preserves educators, the one-hour hikes run every half-hour from noon to 2 p.m. and are open to all ages. This year, all public program hikes will be held entirely outdoors.
Visitors can see how sap from sugar maple trees is turned into sweet maple syrups. All registered participants can have a taste.
Maple syrup hikes fill up quickly. Tickets are required and cost $6 per person. Children ages 3 and under are free. Purchase tickets at lcfpd.org or call (847) 968-3321.
Special sessions designed for scouts or other large groups are also available. Call (847) 968-3321 to register a group.
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