50+ degrees, but not tapping...
In southern NH, we'll be in the 50's on Friday and above freezing for 2.5 days. Since it will be cloudy and coming out of a deep freeze, I wonder if it will run much.
Anyone drilling to catch this run? My gut says to hang tight for now, even with these check valve spouts.
Jamie Jones
2017 - 120 taps, 68G syrup - automated pumping from collection to head tank
2016 - 118 taps (about half on 3/16"), 60G syrup
2015 - 115 taps, 58G syrup - new wireless blower switch and remote pump switch from tank to shack
2014 - 120 taps, 53G syrup - hobby vac
2013 - 120 taps, 40G syrup - Sunrise Metal 2x6, 12x14 sugarhouse
2012 - 44 taps, 6G syrup -gravity tube, 4 steam pans on block arch, plastic greenhouse shack - (I'm hooked!)
Looks like it's going back into the freezer afterwards. I can't imagine it would run enough to make it worth it.
CDL 2.5*8 Venturi with all the bells
Leader Clear 5 bank filter press
Memprotec 350H RO
600ish taps and looking for more.
It's just the January thaw. Unless you're a large producer it isn't time to tap yet.
Russ
"Red Roof Maples" Where the term "boiling soda" was first introduced to the maple world!
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Four chainsaws and no chickens!
2nd what Russ said. It’s going to be a very short January thaw and they are talking back into the freezer for quite a while. I would wait until weather looks more promising for a longer period. That way your taps will be fresher and last longer if we have a late season.
Sugaring for 45+ years
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