You might not have noticed, but drop by drop, the first harvest of 2021 has begun. There's more sunlight. Maple trees and their shallow roots break their dormancy, and the sap will be ready to rise up ...

Do you have any maple trees in your yard? How about a free weekend in February or March and maybe a backyard grill? Oh, and a lot of patience. If you do, you might be able to make some homemade maple ...