Maple tree tapping at the Museopark

Description

Every year, the Vanier Museopark seeks the help of the community to take part in maple tree tapping, an essential step in the production of maple syrup at its sugar shack. The Vanier Sugar Shack is the only operating sugar shack in an urban setting in Canada! Come to the Richelieu Park forest to tap sugar maple trees in the traditional way. Here’s some information to help you make the most of your community tapping experience: No reservations required - just show up between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Please bring a wireless drill and charged batteries if you can. A quick training session on tree tapping and forest orientation will be offered every hour on the hour. Limited free parking at Centre Richelieu-Vanier (300, av. des Pères-Blancs, Ottawa). Take the pathway near the library to get directly to the cabin.

This is a free event.

Interests: Families and kids, Adults, Daytime

Event website: Vanier Museopark