I've never cleaned mid season. I had three of them before I went "big" I stopped using strainer after the first year. I still didn't have any issues after that. I still run this setup https://youtu.be/MFBYqZFnRYg
I've never cleaned mid season. I had three of them before I went "big" I stopped using strainer after the first year. I still didn't have any issues after that. I still run this setup https://youtu.be/MFBYqZFnRYg
Remember to keep on ticking while the sap is dripping.
2016- 50 buckets. Made 4 gallons.
2022- 3750 taps + Smartrek! Made 1300 gallons.
2023- 3750 taps after removing a pump house and connected two woods. Made 800 gallons.
2024- 3750 taps 1384 made.