The traditional way of tapping a birch might seem daunting, as it does take time and patience. But once you taste that lovely birch sap, you’ll realize it was all worth it. Learn how to carve your own spile and tap a birch the old fashioned way in the video below!

Sometimes the old fashioned way of doing things is the best way of doing things. Traditional tapping methods for the sap of birches, maples, and even palm trees is a less invasive way to harvest all the precious sap! After you have the sap there are many things you can use with it. Who knew a birch tree could provide something so useful!