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Nature programs explore the sweet tastes of spring
This month, naturalists are demonstrating how to tap for maple syrup with in-person and online programs across the suburbs. John Starks | Staff Photographer
Posted3/4/2021 3:03 PM
The warmer, sunny days and cool nights of March encourage maple trees to produce their sweetest sap. Learn more about the process of making maple syrup at events around the suburbs this month.
Cook County
The Forest Preserves of Cook County is offering Sap s Rising at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through March 21, at the River Trail Nature Center, 3120 Milwaukee Ave. in Northbrook. Walk in the sugar maple forest to learn about the sweet process of maple syrup making. All participants are required to wear masks and practice physical distancing. Registration is required for this free event by calling River Trail at (847) 824-8360.
Fairy Gardens & Folklore. April 24.
Make Your Own Worm Bin. May 10.
Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory: Seasons of Legend Spring Floral Show, April 3, (through May 31). Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday-Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Timed entry reservation required. General admission: $8; $6 for children ages 6 to 17, students and people with disabilities; free for children age 5 and younger. Milwaukee County residents receive $1 off entry, and resident seniors (60+) get $3 off entry. ID Required. 524 S. Layton Blvd. (414) 257-5600;
Adult Education: Wild Gardening, April 13.
Monarch Trail: Milkweed Plant Sale, May 16. Event is held at Milwaukee County Parks Department headquarters building, 9480 W. Watertown Plank Road, Wauwatosa.