This is a beginner beekeeping class.

Beekeeping is a fascinatiing and rewarding hobby

In this class we will cover basic bee anatomy, different types of beehives, the equipment you will need & where you can get it, and all basic information you should know before you start your adventure into keeping bees

• Getting started in beekeeping
• Honey bees: biology (bee parts)
• Queen, Drone and Worker Bee Identification
• Bee Hive Components
• Types of beehives, pros and cons
• Beekeeping equipment
• How to get free bees
• How to handle honey bees and frames of brood
• How to introduce bees to a beehive
• Seasonal beekeeper responsibilities and hive management
• Pests and diseases: biology and identification

We will not be handling bees at this class.

Class is held in our barn, heated & insulated.