Savour Sweet Moments: It’s Maple Syrup Season in Kawartha Lakes
Posted Wednesday February 21, 2024
Spring is just around the corner, and if you're looking for a unique and tasty experience, Kawartha Lakes should be at the top of your list. Our charming area, known for our many stunning landscapes and friendly communities, is gearing up for an exciting maple syrup season, filled with fun for all. Get ready for a sweet adventure as you explore what makes maple syrup in Kawartha Lakes a truly sweet experience.
Local Producers with a Passion for Maple
What sets the maple syrup experience in Kawartha Lakes apart is the dedication and passion of our local producers. These talented artisans take pride in their craft and often use a mix of both traditional and modern methods handed down through generations. Many of the sugar bushes in the region are family-owned, with every drop crafted with care and authenticity.
Learn more about Maple Season in Kawartha Lakes. https://www.explorekawarthalakes.com/en/eat-drink/maple-syrup.aspx
Visit a Sugar Bush
During the syrup season, you can connect with producers, learn about the syrup-making process, and taste the sap through the production stages. Here are the local producers you can visit in Kawartha Lakes this syrup season:
The Roost Farm
Not only can you book a short visit to the sugar bush or visit during Maple Weekend to learn the simple science of the maple harvest at The Roost Farm, but you can also experience the joy of making your own syrup to take home with you. Choose between a day trip or an overnight Maple Magic Weekend in their newly built, off-grid cabin. Enjoy the great outdoors as you collect the sap and experience the full cooking process, including filtering, cleaning, and finishing.
Location: Dalrymple, Ontario
Website: https://shop.roostfarm.ca/collections/events
Rainbow Woods
Nestled amidst the rolling hills and thick forests of Kawartha Lakes, Rainbow Woods is a hidden gem for syrup enthusiasts. Take a guided tour to witness the traditional methods of syrup production, from tree tapping to boiling, and be sure to bring some delicious and fresh syrup home with you. Finish off your visit with a trip to the barn for some sheep and lamb snuggles–a highlight of the trip for kids of all ages! And don’t forget to stop by Quaker Oaks Farm on your way out of town for a unique shopping and lunch experience.
Location: Kirkfield, Ontario
Website: https://rainbowwoods.ca/maple
Clancey & Gayle’s Maple Products
A must-visit destination for Maple Weekend in Kawartha Lakes, Clancey & Gayle’s Maple Products offers visitors with an impressive view of the syrup production process. With over 2,200 taps located around their property, their labour of love results in sweet, pure maple syrup that tastes as good as it smells.
Location: Pontypool, Ontario
Website: https://clanceyandgalesmapleproducts.ca/
Howlett Family Farm
This family farm provides a safe and healthy haven for animals, offering fresh meat, eggs, and their own maple syrup. With a smaller production set-up than other farms, they have been known to sell the sap to customers to make into syrup at home–a fun way to keep the maple spirit alive after your visit.
Location: Dunsford, Ontario
Website: https://www.facebook.com/howlettfamilyfarm/
Moore’s Maple Syrup at Fleetwood Farms
Another beautiful family farm situated in Janetville offers their tasty products as a farm pick-up. If you’re looking to complete the full Kawartha Lakes maple tour, consider picking up some syrup on the way home for an at-home tasting experience. Don’t forget to call ahead to arrange your order for pick-up.
Location: Janetville, Ontario
Website: https://www.ontariomaple.com/vendor/fleetwood-hills-farm/
If you’re visiting outside the maple season or are interested in trying fresh, local syrup outside the harvesting season, check out Kawartha Choice Farm Fresh to find retailers, farmers’ markets, and farm stands in the area.
Plan Your Sweet Escape
Whether you’re looking for a short (but sweet) jaunt into the sugar bush or want to make it a weekend trip, Kawartha Lakes has many options to offer during sugar season. The combination of passionate local producers, distinct flavors, and exciting hands-on experiences makes maple syrup in this region a must-try. Whether you join us for the festivities of Maple Weekend or plan a visit during the harvest season, we can’t wait to welcome you. Your taste buds will thank you!
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