Tapping Trees

It's that time of year again...maple syrup time!

Not only is it exciting to enjoy the end result, but so much of the fun is getting it.

This is my oldest getting a tractor ride to the maple trees. 

For the past two years we have been tapping trees with family friends of ours on their farm.

Here's my hubby drilling the first hole into the trees we marked back in the fall.

The process is very simple:

-Drill a hole about 2 1/2 inches into the maple tree

-Secure the tap inside the hole

-Put your bucket or holder onto the tap

-Wait for the sap to start flowing

In some cases, like this one, it doesn't take long!

The kids watched the first one being tapped and took off running.

The were not only so excited for tapping maple trees, but they were loving the weather.

They had to get some of the energy out they have built up this winter.

And I can't say I blame them!