Program Location: Homer Lake Interpretive Center, 2573 S Homer Lake Rd, Homer, IL 61849

Did you know that the Homer Lake Forest Preserve has a 200-year-old Sugar Maple Grove? People have been tapping sugar maple trees to make sugar and syrup for centuries, and now you can, too! Explore the science and the history behind maple sugaring, learn how to do it yourself, and even sample local maple syrup.

$5 per person. All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Space is limited; registration required by February 22 at ccfpd.org. Register for the morning session or the afternoon session.

For more info: (217) 586-2612 or pcain@ccfpd.org.