By Kristen Brassard, VT Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets
Are you ready for a sweet fall treat?
The 2023 Vermont Maple 100 is a fall celebration of all things maple in the Green Mountain State, presented by the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets and Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. From September 15th through October 15th, follow a tasty trail throughout Vermont of businesses and organizations with unique maple offerings.
It’s not just about syrup anymore! Follow along with the Vermont Maple 100 to find new local attractions or visit old favorites, all offering maple in new, fun ways.
You’ll find maple’s best kept secrets all month long – and there’s something for everyone! You can savor unique maple specialty products; rank your favorite maple creemees; tour a sugar house with a local sugar maker; indulge in a maple-based brew or cocktail; discover your new favorite restaurant with a maple-infused meal; explore a sugarbush at the height of fall foliage; or even find a maple treat for your furry friends! No matter what you do, you’ll get the chance to see Vermont’s best ingredient in a whole new way.
And the more activities you enjoy, the “sweeter” the deal! This year we're partnering with the Vermont Maple Sugar Makers' Association (VMSMA) and their new Maple Meander Passport! The Maple Meander is VMSMA's brand-new, year-round passport program that encourages you to visit maple producers, partners, and celebrations throughout the year. Chart your own course to uncover new or cherished destinations throughout Vermont, in every season. Pick up a Maple Meander Passport at any of the participating Maple 100 locations and track your path through the state. Fill in six spots and turn it in by October 20th for the chance to win a special Maple 100 prize. When Maple 100 is over, be sure to hang on to your passport and continue to use it when you visit participating Maple Meander businesses. Once you visit 12 or more locations, you can turn it in for some sweet Vermont Maple swag!
Tap into what makes maple great by heading to vtmaple100.com and planning your fall maple adventure today!