I'm just finishing a small cabin out at my land as well, so was thinking I would paint the shack kind of the same color as the cabin. IMG_0611.jpg
I have also entertained the idea of 1X2 strips to the outside for looks, a dark brown metal roof will happen this summer as well.
New to tapping in 2015! 24 taps on bags - 3 1/2 gallons of syrup
2016 - 50 taps on bags - 8 gallons of syrup
2017 - 45 taps on bag - 4 1/2 gallons of syrup
2018 - 58 taps on bags - 7 1/2 gallons of syrup
Smoky Lake 2X4 flat pan
2018 - Smoky Lake 2X5 Corsair Arch with custom built pre-heater pan - 16 GPH!
Got the cupola built, and now weather tight until I can do some roofing this summer.
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New to tapping in 2015! 24 taps on bags - 3 1/2 gallons of syrup
2016 - 50 taps on bags - 8 gallons of syrup
2017 - 45 taps on bag - 4 1/2 gallons of syrup
2018 - 58 taps on bags - 7 1/2 gallons of syrup
Smoky Lake 2X4 flat pan
2018 - Smoky Lake 2X5 Corsair Arch with custom built pre-heater pan - 16 GPH!
And the chimney is through the roof and ready to cook some syrup! Could have planned the cupola a bit better and moved one more opening towards the front, so the stove is offset to the side. I am going to like the room on the working side of the stove and there is still plenty of room on the other side.
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Last edited by jbelany; 03-02-2018 at 05:04 PM.
New to tapping in 2015! 24 taps on bags - 3 1/2 gallons of syrup
2016 - 50 taps on bags - 8 gallons of syrup
2017 - 45 taps on bag - 4 1/2 gallons of syrup
2018 - 58 taps on bags - 7 1/2 gallons of syrup
Smoky Lake 2X4 flat pan
2018 - Smoky Lake 2X5 Corsair Arch with custom built pre-heater pan - 16 GPH!
Looking good Joe!
A lot more work than a guy would expect isn’t it?
My project took way more time (and money) than I expected.
Well worth the work though, I will never boil outside again.
I need to get in and service the department’s nozzles soon, maybe I can schedule a tour on the same trip.
Scott Bingham
Smoky Lake 2x5 Corsair Arch and Hybrid Pro Pan
Smoky Lake 3 Bank Filter Press
Smoky Lake Steam Bottler
100+ Taps
Pug 4x4 Sap & Wood Hauler
Thank you, Scott! I am pleased with how this is turning out and am looking forward to boiling "inside" this spring.
I agree and appreciate the time and money comment! Who would have known 1/2" CDX would hit $26/sheet?? Glad the majority was bought beforehand.
Your company and tourism is always welcome! Heading for Ft Lauderdale the 15th - 27th, so any time before or after would be great (not the best timing for a trip). Hoping this cold snap hits as predicted so syrup season waits for more 'normal'.
Joe
New to tapping in 2015! 24 taps on bags - 3 1/2 gallons of syrup
2016 - 50 taps on bags - 8 gallons of syrup
2017 - 45 taps on bag - 4 1/2 gallons of syrup
2018 - 58 taps on bags - 7 1/2 gallons of syrup
Smoky Lake 2X4 flat pan
2018 - Smoky Lake 2X5 Corsair Arch with custom built pre-heater pan - 16 GPH!
I have to see what the captain’s schedule looks like this month and schedule a trip accordingly.
Theresa arrived in Phoenix a couple hours ago - joining Michelle and the kids for a couple days.
Ken has been out there for 3 weeks now, Brewers are looking good!
I plan to be tapped by next weekend.
Best wishes to you, have a great trip.
Scott Bingham
Smoky Lake 2x5 Corsair Arch and Hybrid Pro Pan
Smoky Lake 3 Bank Filter Press
Smoky Lake Steam Bottler
100+ Taps
Pug 4x4 Sap & Wood Hauler
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