Bottled 7 gallons today putting the total at 12.5 gallons for the year so far. Would like to at least match last year's total of 15 but not so sure...
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Bottled 7 gallons today putting the total at 12.5 gallons for the year so far. Would like to at least match last year's total of 15 but not so sure...
You might just get the chance if you've got all sugar maples and after this weather hits us early this week...Quote:
Originally Posted by MRFNY
I boiled today. Sugar ratio was definitely down. Made 5.5 quarts from 75 gallons of sap. That's a lot of boiling for pretty low yield. I am definitely hoping the cold snap helps the sugar content next week. I think I have one more boil in me for the season.
I am currently sitting at 7 gallons for the season. Not great, but plenty to keep us in syrup for the next year and a good amount to give away to friends and family.
Pete
Nice, that's plenty of syrup for family and friend purposes - that's what we do, too. Where are you located in Saratoga area? I see you have an oil tank evaporator, nice work with that...could probably get some pointers from you as mine is not ideal in its current state.Quote:
Originally Posted by crzypete
I have a decent amount of sugars and they are all good size so we will see how it goes. Pretty close to being ready to call it quits though, time to move onto the spring chore list!Quote:
Originally Posted by ADK_XJ
ADK, I'm just up the street from MRFNY in East Galway- although our schedules keep bumping us apart that we can't seem to meet. Would love to host you to see the OTE, I am definitely a fan!
Pete
Pete - I am off all week, not sure when/if I will be boiling but if you want to stop by even when I'm not boiling give me a shout!Quote:
Originally Posted by crzypete
Oh cool, I'll send you a DM. I should be able to sneak off tomorrow if that works?
Pete
Cool, just replied!Quote:
Originally Posted by crzypete
I had a great visit with MRFNY yesterday. Really great set-up! Definitely like watching the next level of insanity descend upon me....... Thanks for the tour!
Pete