Join us for our 56th year of celebrating the sweet arrival of spring! Discover the delights of this season as you explore Blandford's Sugarbush Trail, watch live demonstrations, and learn about the maple sugaring process. Be sure to visit the Sugarhouse where you'll see the final steps of the sugaring process in action and get a taste test of pure maple syrup. The Festival includes many activties fun for the whole family, including wildlife encounters, games, crafts, music, puppet shows, maple cotton candy, concessions, and more!

Travelin' Toms Coffee Truck, Mon Cheri Creperie, and Tamales Mary will be on-site selling concessions. The Blandford School 6th graders will be selling sap dogs and performing songs and a puppet show! Check-in and walk-in registrations will take place in front of the Visitor Center at 1715 Hillburn Ave NW. There will be no scheduled activities at the Blandford Nature Center Farm. Staff will be stationed along the Sugarbush Trail to provide interpretation for self-guided exploration of the maple sugaring process. Please note the follow times for special presentations/tours:

11:00 am - ADA & ASL-accessible guided tour (American Sign Language interpretation provided by DHHS)

11:00 am - Wildife Show # 1

12:00 pm - Spanish-language guided tour

1:00 pm - Wildlife Show # 2 with ASL interpretation provided by DHHS

2:00 pm - ASL-accessible guided tour (American Sign Language interpretation provided by DHHS)

Cost:
Non-Member Child or Adult: $14
Members Child or Adult: $11.20
2 and Under: Free
**100% discount on tickets for DHHS families with code provided by DHHS. Please contact DHHS directly prior to registering if you do not have this code.This offer is valid on the first 50 tickets purchased with the discount. If registration is "sold out" for this option, you welcome to purchase tickets via our regular festival registration page linked above.

Note: This program is intended for all ages, including adults and children. Pre-registration is suggested for the festival for faster check-in. Online registration with the DHHS code closes at noon the day before the program, so only full-price walk-in purchases are available after that time. If the program is sold out, complete your online registration to be added to the waitlist. We will contact you if spots become available. The Festival takes place mostly outdoors in snow, rain or shine. Please dress for the weather. In the event of severe weather, the Festival may be cancelled and registrants will be notified of their refund options. 

Photo Release Statement: When you enter the Festival, you enter an area where photography may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to being photographed and the use of those photos for promotional purposes. Images, photos, and/or videos may be used to promote similar BNC events in the future, highlight the event and exhibit the capabilities of BNC. You release BNC from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication and use of photographs. By entering the event premises, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment or royalties in connection with any use irrespective of whether a fee for admission is charged. You also waive any right to inspect or approve any photo taken by BNC staff. You have been fully informed of your consent, waiver of liability, and release before entering the event.

Cancellation & Refund Policy: Cancellation requests received at least 7 days before the scheduled program are eligible for a 50% refund of the total registration cost, not including the credit card processing fee. Due to administration costs, full refunds are not available. Cancellation requests received within 7 days of a program are not eligible for a refund. In the event that Blandford must cancel the program, you will be given the option to reschedule or receive a refund. All community programs will have a registrant minimum. If the minimum is not met, you will be contacted by Blandford Nature Center and notified of your refund options.