Uihlein Maple Research Forest

The Uihlein Maple Research Forest, nestled in Lake Placid, NY amid the Adirondack Mountains, is a vital component of the Cornell Sugar Maple Program. Established in 1965 with the generous backing of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Uihlein II, this forest spans over 200 acres, serving as an open-air laboratory for research into maple syrup production, forest management, and agroforestry.

Home to sugar maple orchards that are pivotal in a fifty-year regional initiative for genetically superior maple tree cultivation, the Uihlein Forest employs cutting-edge vacuum tubing and processing equipment. These technologies aid in evolving sap collection and syrup processing methods, benefiting maple and birch trees alike. Findings from ongoing research projects are disseminated to maple producers and scholars through various mediums across New York State.

Functioning as an educational hub for practical learning and showcasing contemporary syrup production, forest management, and agroforestry techniques, the Uihlein Maple Research Forest boasts 6,000 sugar maple taps and 600 birch taps. The sale of products directly supports extensive research and extension activities conducted by the Cornell Maple Program, ensuring the sustainability of this valuable resource.

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