<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1iPAxo_191oGtQ100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1iPAxo_191oGtQ100" width="631" height="354" ><figcaption>Photo Credit: Y at Watson Woods</figcaption></figure>PAINTED POST, N.Y. (WENY) — Maple Fest is returning to the Y at Watson Woods in March, marking nearly two decades of celebrating one of the region’s sweetest traditions.Brian Dana, executive director of the Y at Watson Woods, says the family-friendly outdoor event has been bringing people together for almost 20 years.“Maple Fest has been happening for almost 20 years now,” Dana shared. “It is a family-friendly outdoor event out at Watson Woods in Painted Post.”Families can take part in the event in two ways: by booking a full weekend getaway with overnight accommodations in hotel-style rooms or cabins, or by attending for the day on Saturday to experience the activities.The festival focuses on the full maple syrup-making process, from tapping trees to tasting the final product. Dana says this week’s weather may feel gloomy to some, but it is ideal for syrup production.“The weather this week, I know it’s kind of crummy for all of us, but for maple syrup it’s perfect,” he said.The process begins with tapping trees, drilling small holes, and inserting plastic or metal spouts. Some trees use traditional metal buckets, while others rely on modern vinyl tubing that funnels sap to a central collection point. The sap is then boiled in a stainless steel evaporator over a cast-iron fire until the water evaporates, leaving behind concentrated maple syrup.“When you come to Maple Fest, you get to literally do every part of the process,” said Dana. “It’s not just a live demonstration; you get to actively do each step.”Visitors can also sample the syrup and purchase bottles to take home.Dana says that while making maple syrup requires time and teamwork, it is a rewarding and educational experience for all ages.Details about the sweet weekend can be found by clicking here.</div></body>

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PAINTED POST, N.Y. (WENY) — Maple Fest is returning to the Y at Watson Woods in March, marking nearly two decades of celebrating one of the region’s sweetest traditions. Brian Dana, executive director of the Y at Watson Woods, says the family-friendly outdoor event has been bringing people together for almost 20 years.

Maple Fest Returns to Watson Woods, Offering Hands-On Look at Syrup-Making Process

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PAINTED POST, N.Y. (WENY) — Maple Fest is returning to the Y at Watson Woods in March, marking nearly two decades of celebrating one of the region’s sweete

Maple Fest Returns to Watson Woods, Offering Hands-On Look at Syrup-Making Process

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