Welcome to The Sugar Shack!

Inspiration
This enticing model features charming scenes inspired by my fond memories. When I was a child, my family and I visited the largest maple syrup festival in the world. I loved the bumpy ride on the wagon, as the tractor pulled us through the serene sugar bush. I was mesmerized by the majestic maple trees, towering above me, as they held shiny taps and buckets. I also enjoyed touring the sugar shacks and learning all about how maple syrup is made. Eating some sugary treats was certainly a highlight as well! I wanted to bring these amazing memories and experiences to life through this model.

About the Build
Many clever building techniques are used throughout the shack and its surroundings to create a unique, engaging, and enjoyable building experience. Out front, you'll find a detailed red tractor and wagon carrying a family through the sugar bush, as they make memories like I did with my family.

Within the idyllic setting, you will also find someone thoroughly enjoying delicious syrupy waffles, someone tapping one of the majestic maple trees with their dog by their side, and a person loading a truck with maple syrup. The classic red pickup truck is tasked with delivering crates of clinking bottles filled with sweet syrup to local shops. The truck is packed with realistic details such as windshield wipers, wooden slats, an opening tailgate, and an opening hood that reveals the powerful engine, spinning radiator fan, and exhaust pipes.

Of course, you can't have maple syrup without maple trees. Two large, highly detailed maple trees each have a tap and bucket to collect the most vital ingredient for maple syrup: maple sap.

The sturdy, snow-covered roof of The Sugar Shack lifts off in two sections, revealing a cozy loft where visitors can enjoy some maple treats. The loft lifts out easily, offering access to the quaint interior and a glimpse into the fascinating maple syrup production process. Inside, you'll find a wood stove for baking maple goodies, people buying and selling maple treats, a trophy and award for the best maple syrup, and a maple syrup evaporator. The evaporator is highly detailed with a temperature gauge and taps for filling bottles. Its doors can be opened to reveal the roaring fire that boils the water out of sap, leaving behind mouthwatering maple syrup.

The wildlife, icicles, snowdrifts, and coniferous trees add to the detail and richness of the scene. The truck, tractor and wagon, animals, and nine minifigures can be placed throughout, bringing the scene to life, offering endless possibilities for play and display. The wintry setting and plentiful details make The Sugar Shack a standout model, either on its own or as part of a winter village.

If you want to see The Sugar Shack become a reality, be sure to vote for it!

I hope to see you at The Sugar Shack soon!

Model Dimensions:
Width: 42.2 cm / 16.6 in
Length: 50.7 cm / 20.0 in
Height: 20.5 cm / 8.1 in