Is your hive thriving? Go beyond the basics to focus on honeybee colony management in this class designed for beekeepers starting their second year of beekeeping or beginners looking to dive deeper before getting started.
Happy honeybees not only reward their keepers with delicious honey, they’re also important pollinators for neighborhood gardens! In this introduction class, learn beekeeping history and practices from local, experienced beekeepers. Explore honeybee biology, plant and pollinator relationships, essential equipment and keeping beneficial insects in good health. You’ll also discuss local beekeeping clubs and get a hands-on demonstration of equipment in a classroom setting.
Get closer to becoming a master beekeeper in this class designed for beekeepers with at least two years of experience. Gain an in-depth understanding of botany, combining and splitting hives, capturing swarms, pest management, hive economics and the use of pesticides.
Did you know that beekeeping can produce more than just honey? Honey and other bee products, such as wax, propolis and pollen have a variety of uses. Learn ways to harvest, process and market these products to be used in crafts, food, health and beauty products. During the class, you will also receive information for local beekeeping resources, samples of various products and product recipes.
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