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    I've had a tree tap out too, just one of the...

    I've had a tree tap out too, just one of the 1-spile bush maples. Another spile on a big tree is starting to call it a day. But the forecast in my area still conducive through next week, so will keep...
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    Seems a little late to start, but you can try if...

    Seems a little late to start, but you can try if you like.
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    Annndd.....it's winter again! lol

    Annndd.....it's winter again! lol
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    My own trees are making their preferences known....

    My own trees are making their preferences known. The colder days leave the bigger trees going 'meh'....they like warm sunny weather. The three bush maples are pretty consistent, but Surprise 2 had me...
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    Hi Maplelane, I use plain white vinegar to soak...

    Hi Maplelane, I use plain white vinegar to soak off the worst of the scorch. Leave overnight. I used Barkeeps friend with the rough side of a sponge and gently scour the area mostly in a circular...
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    Haha yeah I was wondering what was wrong with me...

    Haha yeah I was wondering what was wrong with me esp as I ain't a new producer!
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    Ah ok lol yeah!!! The burnt pan club needs its...

    Ah ok lol yeah!!! The burnt pan club needs its own logo...maybe a smoking blackened syrup pan :-) Amazed that it took long to reach this milestone!

    And thanks for the kudos, nice to know someone...
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    [QUOTE=Bucket Head;410514]Nice video! Thanks for...

    [QUOTE=Bucket Head;410514]Nice video! Thanks for posting that.

    Years ago at the VVS maple Conference, Steve Childs gave a presentation on bucket collection efficiency. He asked what was better...
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    You're sorry I've joined? Lol only been here...

    You're sorry I've joined? Lol only been here since forever! Hehe....yeah I caved and finally did choose to tap. Amazed at the low amounts of nitre.
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    Yet everyone! Guess what I did! Finally popped my...

    Yet everyone! Guess what I did! Finally popped my 'never scorched a pan' claim to fame! After 16 yrs I thought I had this magick down to a T. But nope...apparently I'm dumb enough to think that...
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    ...after 16 seasons you finally scorch pans,...

    ...after 16 seasons you finally scorch pans, including one that continues to scorch as the pan is being emptied!!!! I know i have good sugar content but never even thought to add distilled water to...
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    Oh IDK about that....I went out at 1am last...

    Oh IDK about that....I went out at 1am last night, brought in 23l sap, another 14 at 11 am, prob last sap collection of the day at 6 or so.
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    Hey all, OMG so excited for batch #2...definite...

    Hey all, OMG so excited for batch #2...definite delicious smell of chocolate off of this batch! Can't wait to see if the flavour reflects this brand-new note! Ratio is also incredible....approx...
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    Yep I got suckered back into it as I looked at...

    Yep I got suckered back into it as I looked at the dwindling syrup supply from last year. Can't have that!

    I got a really nice couple litres of light Amber from Batch #4, but unfortunately...
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    Good to see you back, Big_Eddy! Missed you last...

    Good to see you back, Big_Eddy! Missed you last season!

    Well like always I thought I might not tap this year...but the itch is just too strong. So, after lining up a contingency plan, I am going...
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    Lol fill yer boots Coatesy! Good you had a great...

    Lol fill yer boots Coatesy! Good you had a great year last year, mine was also pretty good.

    Of course things may change and I will be able to tap, but as it stands right now, I pretty much have...
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    I know I say this each year, but this year I...

    I know I say this each year, but this year I really doubt that I will tap. The temps are great but I am afraid of early budding and a hard cold snap which we always get in Feb.

    Also already have...
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    I had an awful time on the doxycycline, didn't...

    I had an awful time on the doxycycline, didn't hear anything about telling the doctor about side effects. Horrible metallic taste in the mouth, complete lack of energy, the squits, ugh. Nowadays if a...
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    Yeah true when ticks are tiny the tick keys are...

    Yeah true when ticks are tiny the tick keys are pretty much useless. You can always do what some friends of mine do and get some Guinea fowl, they eat the **** things. Pretty useful critters despite...
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    Oh Paul, you always manage to have all the fun! I...

    Oh Paul, you always manage to have all the fun! I once also broke off a tick head (the black legged kind I think) at the subdermal layer. Just sterilized the head of pin in a match and dug the head...
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    OCHTO, that would be awesome. Will PM you my...

    OCHTO, that would be awesome. Will PM you my mailing address.
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    Hey all, sorry for what ought to be a post in...

    Hey all, sorry for what ought to be a post in Classifieds, but I keep getting logged out.

    If anyone is getting rid of their old 7/16ths sharkfins, let me know! I will gladly buy ones that are in...
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    Hey all, sorry for what ought to be a post in...

    Hey all, sorry for what ought to be a post in Classifieds, but I keep getting logged out.

    If anyone is getting rid of their old 7/16ths sharkfins, let me know! I will gladly buy ones that are in...
  24. I don't RO, but think it would be best to ensure...

    I don't RO, but think it would be best to ensure everything is completely clean and bone-dry before you store it. Microorganisms don't need much moisture to get a foothold and begin multiplying.
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    Thanks for the feedback, Dr Tim. Will definitely...

    Thanks for the feedback, Dr Tim. Will definitely am going to be doing more tapping all around the stem, as you suggest. Think I based my S side idea on my experience in the horse world, where run-in...
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