Tapping Field Maple

demented dale

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Can our native field maple be tapped. I have read yes but that is about as much as I have found out. Does any one know or have any information links. Thanks in advance. D.D x
 

demented dale

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ps I read some very interesting research that strongly suggested that tapping birch will decrease its life span. I cant remember where I saw it but it was a compelling read. Its not a a big jump to suggest it might be the same for all trees. Last time I did it I cut a small branch and left the trunk alone. OK. i didnt get as much but the tree was not badly damaged or open to infection which was the basis of the research I read.. This is now my practice from a video where I learned about harvesting sap more responsibly. x
https://bushcraftuk.com/community/threads/harvesting-birch-sap.164259/
 
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