Maple syrup is a one-ingredient food. Only one thing goes into making it: the sap of maple trees collected in early spring.

OAK HARBOR - An easy way to plant quality native trees and shrubs is through the Ottawa Soil and Water Conservation District, which is taking orders for a wide variety of plants for spring delivery.

Learning about the art of maple sugaring, when the sap from trees is collected to make syrup while on a hike, a cooking demonstration, and a tasting Saturday at Robinson Nature Center.

When early spring rolls around, it's prime time for making maple syrup. So, how do farmers harvest sap and take it from the ...