Access the Sugar Bush and Prepare for Tapping

What happens here

Begin by traveling to the 'sugar bush,' the section of forest where maple trees will be tapped. The video shows navigating a steep, unpaved mountain road in a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) to reach the tapping sites. This part emphasizes the rugged terrain and the effort involved in accessing the maple trees for sap collection. Once at the location, unload the necessary tools and equipment from storage containers in the UTV's bed, such as a cordless drill, drill bits, taps, and specialized tubing tools. The operator also gears up with a harness for carrying tools and tubing.

Goal: Reach the maple trees and gather all necessary equipment for tapping.