Natural Sciences 191CNS37 - FYS- Eco,Econ,Future/MapleSyrp

This course will examine the intersection of ecology and economy of one of New England's iconic products: maple syrup. We will explore sugar maple's unique tree biology; the history of maple syrup production, including how technology, policy, and economics affect the industry; and the impacts of climate change on maple syrup and the forests it comes from. Students will learn to "think like a scientist" and develop skills in observation, making hypotheses, and understanding data while learning about nature's sweetener.

Open to Natural Sciences Freshman with a declared major or on the Natural Sciences Exploratory Track.