Hard Skills
IntermediateMaple Species IdentificationThe ability to distinguish sugar maples from other species and select healthy trees based on diameter and health indicators.
IntermediatePrecision Drilling and TappingOperating manual or power drills to create tap holes at specific depths and angles to maximize sap flow while minimizing tree damage.
IntermediateTubing System TroubleshootingIdentifying and repairing leaks, kinks, or blockages in vacuum-sealed plastic tubing networks used for sap transport.
BasicSanitary Sap HandlingFollowing food safety protocols to clean and maintain collection equipment to prevent bacterial contamination of raw sap.