33rd Annual Sugaring Off. A lively recreation of the traditional maple sugaring process, from the tree to the colonial kitchen, presented by authentically costumed Herkimer Home Volunteers. Featured is an appearance by the 2009 Herkimer County Maple Queen, while other activities include sap boiling; spile making; sap tasting; sampling waffles and maple gingerbread cooked over the open hearth in the Visitor Center loft; military encampment; a Raid on the Sugarbush; and horse drawn wagon rides. Food sales by the Friends of Herkimer.