We invite you to visit... In 1880 the site that was to become Glenwood City was a tranquil glen (valley) in the midst of huge forests. By 1885-1890 with the coming of the railroad and the lumber mills, Glenwood was the major trading center of the area with a population of 2000.
Most people associate syrup with the maple tree, and although much of todayâs syrup does originate from the sugar maple, all species of maple can be tapped. Even better, many other trees from other genera can be tapped to extract sap, which ultimately can be turned into delicious syrup.
How to Tap. Select a tree for tapping. Sugar maples, also known as rock maples, are best, but other maples â and even other kinds of deciduous trees â can be used. The tree should be healthy, eight inches or more in diameter, and ideally have a widespread crown. Drill a hole in the tree 2 and Â½ inches deep, holding the drill at a slight upwards angle.