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    Default Looking for some sap collection data

    I'm looking to see if any producers have or would be willing to share some sap collection data for research purposes. I have my own data set from sugaring over the past 30+ years but I'm looking for other data to see how it lines up. I'm specifically looking for the amount of sap that was collected by date, how many taps that sap came from and where it was collected. If you don't have the data from the past but would be willing to take notes this year, that would be helpful as well. Please PM me if you're willing to share!
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    I have data for the last two years https://howsitrunning.com/
    Maple sugaring's only real-time data https://www.howsitrunning.com

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    Ask the maker of the SapTapApps if he is willing to share his data.
    2015 - 8 buckets, 332L sap, 8.5L syrup - Barrel evaporator, 2 steam pans
    2016 - 8 buckets, 432L sap
    2017 - 10 bags, 470L sap, 9L syrup
    2018 - 20 bags, 1050L sap, 17.6L syrup
    2019 - 20 bags, 970L sap, 22.2L syrup
    2020 - 17 bags, 813L sap, 17L syrup

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    I'd be willing to share, but I typically only collect once per week, so might not be what you're looking for. Also, are you looking for a specific region? I mean, WI and CT and WV, and Ontario will be comparing apples, oranges, bananas, etc.

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    2016: Homemade arch from old wood stove; 2 steam tray pans; 6 taps; 1.1 gal
    2017: Same setup. 15 taps; 4.5 gal
    2018: Same setup. Limited time. 12 taps and short season; 2.2 gal
    2019: Very limited time. 7 taps and a short season; 1.8 gals
    2020: New Mason 2x3 XL halfway through season; 9 taps 2 gals
    2021: Same 2x3, 18 taps, 4.5 gals
    2022: 23 taps, 5.9 gals
    2023: 23 taps. Added AUF, 13.2 gals
    2024: 17 taps, 5.3 gals
    All on buckets

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    Quote Originally Posted by HowsItRunning View Post
    I have data for the last two years https://howsitrunning.com/
    Thanks. I see the data but I'm wondering if you happen to have the location of the collections? It doesn't need to be specific but the town would be good.
    About 300 taps
    2'x6' air tight arch
    Semi complete 12'x24' sugarhouse in Somers, CT
    My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CapturedNature
    My eBook: Making Maple Syrup in your Backyard

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    Once a week would be fine if you know the number of taps and amount you're collecting each week. I actually do the same thing.

    I'm looking at seasonal temperatures and its impact on sap volumes. I did some preliminary number crunching on with both my data and a couple other places but I'd like a larger sample size before I come to any conclusions. Having a larger sample from different states/regions would be ideal.
    About 300 taps
    2'x6' air tight arch
    Semi complete 12'x24' sugarhouse in Somers, CT
    My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CapturedNature
    My eBook: Making Maple Syrup in your Backyard

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    Quote Originally Posted by DaveB View Post
    Once a week would be fine if you know the number of taps and amount you're collecting each week. I actually do the same thing.

    I'm looking at seasonal temperatures and its impact on sap volumes. I did some preliminary number crunching on with both my data and a couple other places but I'd like a larger sample size before I come to any conclusions. Having a larger sample from different states/regions would be ideal.
    I have pulled the data together. If you PM me your email I'll send it to you. My location is in the foothills of the Berkshires (western MA) around 900' elevation.

    Cheers,

    Gabe
    2016: Homemade arch from old wood stove; 2 steam tray pans; 6 taps; 1.1 gal
    2017: Same setup. 15 taps; 4.5 gal
    2018: Same setup. Limited time. 12 taps and short season; 2.2 gal
    2019: Very limited time. 7 taps and a short season; 1.8 gals
    2020: New Mason 2x3 XL halfway through season; 9 taps 2 gals
    2021: Same 2x3, 18 taps, 4.5 gals
    2022: 23 taps, 5.9 gals
    2023: 23 taps. Added AUF, 13.2 gals
    2024: 17 taps, 5.3 gals
    All on buckets

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    Quote Originally Posted by berkshires View Post
    I have pulled the data together. If you PM me your email I'll send it to you. My location is in the foothills of the Berkshires (western MA) around 900' elevation.

    Cheers,

    Gabe
    Hi Gabe...I tried sending you a PM but it says your message queue is full. Sorry. I also apologize about the tardy reply by Dad has been in an out of the hospital so my attention has been elsewhere. Thanks again for sharing your data!
    About 300 taps
    2'x6' air tight arch
    Semi complete 12'x24' sugarhouse in Somers, CT
    My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CapturedNature
    My eBook: Making Maple Syrup in your Backyard

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