Maple Madness Weekend Getaway in New England

NEW YORK - Feb. 18, 2014 - PRLog -- Maple syrup production is a time-honored tradition and an important piece of culinary history. Native Americans living in the Northeast were processing maple tree sap as early as 1609, over a decade before Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock. Leading up to and during the Civil War, abolitionists would boycott cane sugar and molasses, which were produced from slave labor, in favor of maple syrup and maple sugar. During World War II, New Englanders were encouraged to stretch their sugar rations by substituting in maple sugar and maple syrup, and maple recipe books were printed in abundance as a result.

In New England and Canada today, maple syrup remains an important part not only of culture, but of commerce as well. Up until the 1930s, the United States was the world’s leading producer of maple syrup. Currently, Canada – mainly the province of Quebec – produces more than 80 percent of the worlds supply. The historical and cultural importance of maple syrup is reflected in the use of symbols – Vermont’s state quarter depicts a scene of sap collection, while the Canadian flag famously features the maple leaf.

In keeping with this springtime tradition, the following inns are offering special “Maple Madness” packages next month. So steal yourself away for a weekend to learn about and pay homage to one of New England’s largest exports.

In Vermont, the Bed & Breakfasts Inn Mount Washington Valley (http://www.bbinnsmwv.com/cgi-bin/inns/march_madness.pl) will once again host their annual March Maple Madness Tour on Saturday, March 22, 2014 from 10:30am – 5pm. A self-guided tour will include the sampling of maple treats, a visit to several “sugaring” locations to experience the maple syrup process firsthand, and shopping at local boutiques and vendors along the way. “The Maddening Scavenger Hunt” will give guests the opportunity to win prizes by answering questions and uncovering objects and artifacts. The participant who scores the most points will win a $200 certificate toward a two-night stay at any participating member of Bed Breakfasts Inn Mount Washington Valley, as well as a dinner certificate for The Notchland Inn, horse and carriage ride for two at the Farm by the River B&B Stable, and a Maple Madness gift basket.

Participating Maple Madness Inns include: The Buttonwood Inn (www.BnBFinder.com/ButtonwoodInn), North Conway; Farm by the River B&B with Stables (www.BnBFinder.com/FarmbytheRiverBandBwithStables), North Conway; The Notchland Inn (www.BnBFinder.com/TheNotchlandInn), Hart’s Location; Mt. Washington Bed & Breakfast (www.BnBFinder.com/MtWashingtonBandB), Shelburne; Covered Bridge House (www.BnBFinder.com/CoveredBridgeHouse), Glen; Spruce Moose Lodge and Cottages (www.BnBFinder.com/SpruceMooseLodgeandCottages), North Conway.

In Kennebunkport, enjoy Maine Maple Weekend at The Captain Jefferds Inn (http://www.bnbfinder.com/Maine/Kennebunkport/Bed-and-Brea...). From March 21 – 23, this inn will be cooking up their delicious Maine blueberry buttermilk pancakes prepared with local favorite Kate’s homemade butter and buttermilk, as well as Maine Maple Syrup from Maine Maple Products. In addition, guests will receive a bottle of Maine Maple Syrup to enjoy after departure.

These are just a few of the many festival options available in New England during the maple season. Use BnBFinder.com (https://www.bnbfinder.com/) for an advanced search to modify by amenity, accommodation type, activity or attraction, and make your own maple getaway.

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