This prolonged thaw was not good sugaring weather. Without a freeze the sap runs lose their vigor. The freeze/thaw cycle builds pressure in the tree which propels the sap out the taphole. https://massmaple.org/about-maple-syrup/how-sugar-maple-trees-work/ As soon as the thaw commenced we scoured the weather forecasts for hints of a freezing night. Now that temps are below… Read More