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Beekeeping Basics

A hands-on workshop on how to keep bees and harvest honey

This class is for those who have completed Beekeeping—An Introduction. This primarily hands-on workshop will teach you how to manage a beehive to produce honey, beeswax and bee pollen. Our instructors will demonstrate proven techniques for routine maintenance, annual requeening, swarm control, colony division and harvesting, as well as disease and pest control.

This class will involve some outdoor activities. Please bring a wide-brimmed hat and wear long sleeves. Also, bring appropriate clothing for cold or inclement weather. No shorts or sandals, please.

Prerequisite: Beginning Beekeeping—An Introduction

Class Size: 8