Join us for a magical morning of maple sugaring, storytelling, and community connection with special guest Bear Fox. Experience the time-honored tradition of maple syrup production while celebrating the cultural heritage of this beloved spring harvest!
Program Schedule
Maple Sugaring Activities (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
Pancake Breakfast & Hot Beverages
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Enjoy fresh, hot pancakes and hot beverages served with our own maple syrup!
Pop-Up Farm Stand
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Browse our selection of organic produce, farm-fresh products, and house-made maple syrup to take home. Cash, Card, and SNAP accepted.
Maple Sugaring & Tapping Demonstrations
9:30AM, 10:00AM, 12:00PM | Sugar Shack
Learn how we make our maple syrup here at White Feather Farm and discover how you can create your own batch using maple trees at home. Visit our sugar shack to see our evaporator in action. Get practical tips on home sugaring methods using minimal equipment.
Collaborative Maple Mural Activity
9:30AM-11:00AM, 12:00-1:00PM | Cairo Barn
Join our community art project in the Cairo Barn where everyone can contribute to a collective artistic celebration of maple season.
Self-Guided Tree ID Walk
9:30AM-1:00PM
Explore our grounds with a fun, educational scavenger hunt perfect for all ages.
Stories and Songs with Bear Fox
11:00 AM | Broken Wing Barn
We are honored to welcome Mohawk (Kanienʼkehá:ka) storyteller Bear Fox for a special performance. Through traditional songs and stories, Bear Fox will share how her people received maple syrup and other cultural traditions that shape Mohawk language and heritage.
We are honored to welcome back Mohawk (Kanienʼkehá:ka) storyteller Theresa Bear Fox. Theresa, whose Mohawk name is Kenkiohkoktha (‘I'm at the back of a crowd of people’), grew up in a family of fourteen, surrounded by music and dance. She began writing songs for her traditional women's group, Kontiwennenhawi (‘Carriers of the words’) who helped her integrate her ancestral language into the songs. Theresa says: ‘I feel our language is so important and I will continue to learn and write songs in our language. I began writing songs in English around the year 2000. I feel it is important to put good messages into the songs. They are very healing. They bring a calmness to the soul.’
Theresa is a multi Nammy (Native American Music Awards) winner and her songs are taught in the schools at Akwesasne and used in ceremonies, and she is consistently asked to perform all over the world. The effect of her music exemplifies the importance of song in cultural resilience and restoration.
Tickets
Children under 6 are free!
SOLD OUT $15 (Community Access) | 20 Tickets
SOLD OUT $25 (Standard) | 30 Tickets
$35 (Supporter) | 20 Tickets
SOLD OUT$50 (Sustainer) | 10 Tickets
Pre-registration is recommended as space is limited.
All activities have the ability to take place indoors in the event of unfavorable weather.
What to Bring
Weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes
Reusable water bottle
Your curiosity and enthusiasm for learning!
This event is part of our Story Harvest: Stories of Food and Farming series, celebrating the deep connections between agriculture, culture, and community. Join us for this unique spring celebration as we honor the tradition of maple sugaring and its significance in our regional heritage. Funded in part by the New York State Council of the Arts and Ulster Savings Community Foundation.