Understanding Traditional Maple Production
The Anishinaabe have utilized maple products in Northwest Lower Michigan for generations prior to European Contact.
The long history of maple production has given rise to myths, folklore, and stories that give greater meaning and context to this late-winter crop. The stories and traditional teachings available here are intended to promote further depth and appreciation of this incredible harvest.
The Incredible Health Benefits of Maple Products
Most people are unaware that over 90% of the “maple syrup” sold in the United States today is actually a corn syrup product. The vast majority of caloric sweeteners in the U.S. are made with high-fructose corn syrup. Learn why Maple syrup is a healthy alternative. You’ll be amazed.
Support the Maple Industry
The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians host a series of maple industry events each year. These programs bring maple industry leaders and consumers together and lead attendees through an immersive journey through traditional storytelling — to help you understand the cultural significance of these food products.
“We are coming back to this forest, this grove. These maples – we call him ininaatig. That’s our standing brother, our elder brother.
That’s the maple for us.”
Support producers in the region to secure an economically viable future for the Maple Industry.
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