Youth and Scout Maple Sugarin’ Days

March 9 and 10 @ 9:30, 11:30, and 1:30 each day

Youth and Scout Maple Sugarin’ Days

Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4H groups, and youth organizations of all kinds are invited to a sweet adventure at Riveredge Nature Center! This 1.5-hour program is designed for young people to delve into the fascinating world of maple syrup production. Participants will witness the enchanting process from tapping maple trees to the final amber product during a naturalist-guided hiking tour of the Riveredge sugarbush.

Engage in hands-on activities such as identifying maples, tapping trees, and experiencing the magic of sap turning to syrup. Our knowledgeable guides will share the history and science behind maple sugaring, making this experience both educational and delicious. Immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and tastes of this traditional practice, fostering a deeper appreciation for nature and its sweet bounty. Take part in a time-honored Riveredge tradition- a pancake & pickle, topped with maple syrup produced by the trees you’ve just visited. Don’t miss out on this sticky, sweet adventure that promises to leave everyone with a lasting, maple-flavored memory!

For scouts and youth ages 4+
A minimum of 1 chaperone per 10 youth is required. 3 chaperones maximum per group. If your group is larger than 25 youth, please register for more than 1 group. The maximum number of youth per session is 75 (3 groups of 25).

$50 per 5-10 youth| $75 per 11-15 youth
$100 per 16-20 youth, $125 per 21-25 youth

Pre-registration is required by March 2 at 11:59 pm. Use the links below to register for your choice of time slot.

Saturday 9:30-11am FULL   Saturday 11:30am-1pm
Saturday 1:30-3pm FULL   Sunday 9:30-11am
Sunday 11:30am-1pm   Sunday 1:30-3pm

March 9 @ 9:30 am 3:00 pm

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
Saukville, WI United States
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(262) 375-2715

Family Tapping

February 24 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Family Tapping

Help us prepare for the sugarin’ season by tapping the maple trees in Riveredge’s sugarbush. We need people to drill the holes, tap in the spiles and hang the buckets. When it’s maple sugarin’ time, spring can’t be far behind!

For ages 5+ (younger siblings welcome to tag along!)

Member Adult (12+): $5 | Non-member Adult (12+): $10
Member Child (5-11): $3 | Non-member Child (5-11): $5

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Pre-register by February 23 at 11:55 pm or register at the program if spots are available.

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February 24 @ 1:00 pm 2:30 pm

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
Saukville, WI United States
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(262) 375-2715

From Sap to Syrup

February 24 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am

From Sap to Syrup

Maple sugaring on a small scale is a great way to welcome spring! Join Riveredge staff to see the sugaring process from beginning to end. Learn how to identify and tap a maple; collect and boil down the sap; and how to finish off and bottle the syrup.

Ages 18+

Members: $15 | Non-members: $25

Pre-registration required by February 23 at 12:00 pm (noon)

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Members:

If you need to check your membership status , please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at [email protected] or call the Riveredge office at 262-375-2715.

To become a member, click here

February 24 @ 9:30 am 11:30 am

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
Saukville, WI United States
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(262) 375-2715

Nature Tots: Maple Magic

March 15 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Nature Tots: Maple Magic

Join us as we learn about this special time of year- when animals and people seek the sweet sap of a sugar maple. We will hike to the sugarbush to tap a maple tree, taste some sap and gather around the evaporator to see how boiling sap becomes syrup.

Nature Tots is an early childhood program designed for learners ages 2-5 years old, accompanied by an adult guardian (little siblings ages 0-1 are welcome to tag along). A Riveredge Naturalist will focus on outdoor exploration, literacy, physical development, nature intelligence, and social development. Programs will be cancelled and refunded in the case of inclement weather.

All Access Members: $4 | Trail Pass Members: $6 | Non-members: $8

Pre-registration required by March 14 at 11:59 pm

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    Ages 2-5
    All Access Members: $4
    Trail Pass Members: $6
    Non-members: $8

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Be sure to sign in to your account in the upper right corner to activate your membership benefits. Membership discounts on programs will be applied to your cart at checkout. If you haven’t created an account with our new system, be sure to create one using the email address associated with your membership.

If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at [email protected].

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March 15, 2023 @ 10:00 am 11:30 am

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
Saukville, WI United States
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(262) 375-2715

Scout and Youth Maple Sugarin’ Day

March 11 and 12
9:30-11am, 11:30am-1pm, 2-3:30pm

Scout and Youth Maple Sugarin’ Day

Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4H, and youth groups of all kinds are invited to this special weekend! Learn how maple trees are tapped and syrup is made in a naturalist-guided tour of our sugarbush. Take part in a time-honored Riveredge tradition- a pancake & pickles, topped with maple syrup produced by the trees you’ve just visited.

Two dates and three times each day are available:

Saturday, March 11, 2022 9:30-11am, 11:30am-1pm, 2-3:30pm

Sunday, March 12, 2022 9:30-11am, 11:30am-1pm, 2-3:30pm

Ages 5-12 | $6 per scout | 2 chaperones can join for free

$25 deposit required to book | $50 minimum

Registration required by March 3, 2023

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March 12, 2023 @ 9:30 am 3:30 pm

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
Saukville, WI United States
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(262) 375-2715

Scout and Youth Maple Sugarin’ Day

March 11 and 12
9:30-11am, 11:30am-1pm, 2-3:30pm

Scout and Youth Maple Sugarin’ Day

Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4H, and youth groups of all kinds are invited to this special weekend! Learn how maple trees are tapped and syrup is made in a naturalist-guided tour of our sugarbush. Take part in a time-honored Riveredge tradition- a pancake & pickles, topped with maple syrup produced by the trees you’ve just visited.

Two dates and three times each day are available:

Saturday, March 11, 2022 9:30-11am, 11:30am-1pm, 2-3:30pm

Sunday, March 12, 2022 9:30-11am, 11:30am-1pm, 2-3:30pm

Ages 5-12 | $6 per scout | 2 chaperones can join for free

$25 deposit required to book | $50 minimum

Registration required by March 3, 2023

Sign Up Here

March 11, 2023 @ 9:30 am 3:30 pm

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
Saukville, WI United States
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(262) 375-2715

Nature Tots: Sweet Treats from the Sugarbush

March 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Nature Tots: Sweet Treats from the Sugarbush

The sap is running and sugarin’ time is here! Join us as we learn about this special time of year- when animals and people seek the sweet sap of a sugar maple. We will hike to the sugarbush to tap a maple tree, taste some sap and gather around the evaporator to see how boiling sap becomes syrup.

Nature Tots is an early childhood program designed for learners ages 2-5 years old, accompanied by an adult guardian (little siblings ages 0-1 are welcome to tag along). A Riveredge Naturalist will focus on outdoor exploration, literacy, physical development, nature intelligence, and social development.
Programs will be cancelled and refunded in the case of inclement weather.

All Access Members: $4 | Trail Pass Members: $6 | Non-members: $8

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    Ages 2-5
    All Access Members: $4
    Trail Pass Members: $6
    Non-members: $8

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Members:

Be sure to sign in to your account in the upper right corner to activate your membership benefits. Membership discounts on programs will be applied to your cart at checkout. If you haven’t created an account with our new system, be sure to create one using the email address associated with your membership.

If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at [email protected].

To become a member, click here

March 16, 2022 @ 10:00 am 11:30 am

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
Saukville, WI United States
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(262) 375-2715

Scout and Youth Maple Sugarin’ Day

March 12 and 13 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Scout and Youth Maple Sugarin’ Day

This weekend is all about two things: maple sugar and the youths! Learn how maple trees are tapped and syrup is made in a naturalist-guided tour of our sugarbush.

Saturday, March 12th, 2022
Times: 9:30-11am, 11:30am-1pm, 2-3:30pm

Sunday, March 13th, 2022
Times: 9:30-11am, 11:30am-1pm, 2-3:30pm

Maple Sugarin’ Programs require a $25 deposit to book, cost $6 per Scout, and have a $50 minimum.

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    Ages 2-5
    All Access Members: $4
    Trail Pass Members: $6
    Non-members: $8

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March 12, 2022 @ 9:00 am March 13, 2022 @ 3:30 pm

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
Saukville, WI United States
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(262) 375-2715

Family Tapping

Feb 26 @ 1 – 2:30 PM

Family Tapping

Help us prepare for the sugarin’ season by tapping the maple trees in Riveredge’s sugarbush. We need people to drill the holes, tap in the spiles and hang the buckets. When it’s maple sugarin’ time, spring can’t be far behind!

Register Here

  • Registration

    Ages 2-5
    All Access Members: $4
    Trail Pass Members: $6
    Non-members: $8

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February 26, 2022 @ 1:00 pm 2:30 pm

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
Saukville, WI United States
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(262) 375-2715

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