Intro to Organic Beekeeping: Planning a New Hive for Spring

Learn about the basic requirements and responsibilities for first-time beekeepers.  Understand the mechanics of a hive, the tools involved, elements of site selection, and an understanding of a naturalist approach to their needs.  This is a hands-on workshop, which includes assembling a wooden hive. Hands-on beekeeping workshop for beginners, with HoneybeeLives’ Chris Harp.

We encourage beginners to take both days of the winter classes to obtain a broad understanding of the responsibilities and challenges entailed in this undertaking. These classes can be taken on one weekend, or divided into Saturday one weekend and Sunday another weekend.  The Sunday class will be helpful to beginning and experienced beekeepers.  Each class day is $95.  A full weekend is $175 per person.  Lodging recommendations are available.