You might think you know how maple syrup is made, but do you know how a healthy sugarbush is made?

Maple sugaring has strong connections to forestry practices and UNH Cooperative Extension Grafton County Forester Jim Frohn is here to introduce us to forestry, through the lens of managing sugar maple stands for syrup production! This interactive program will dive into why different species of trees grow where they do, and how foresters use their knowledge of tree characteristics and growth requirements to manage large stands of sugar maples for forest health and improved wildlife habitat. Plus, learn the anatomy of a sugar maple, how and why sap flows, and how best management practices can lend a hand to increased sap production in each tree.

Join us for the last episode of the Bretzfelder Park Winter Family Education Series, and sweeten your knowledge of everyone’s favorite New England staple.

Register: This event is free to the public. RSVPs are highly encouraged, walk ins will be welcome. Register at the link below. 

(Not yet a member or not sure if you've renewed your membership? Sign up for a membership here, starting at only $45/year, and receive future discounts, or contact tripley@forestsociety.org with questions.)

About the Presenter

Jim Frohn is the Grafton County Forester for University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension. He worked as an operations forester on private and public lands for a variety of organizations in northern New England for over 20 years. During this time, he made many, many decisions on which trees to cut and which trees to grow. He has also done some small-scale backyard sugaring, tapping a dozen or so trees. He is now enjoying his role in forestry education, conducting site visits with landowners and teaching workshops on a variety of topics. He has a BS in forest management from the University of Maine, and an MBA from Plymouth State University.