Saturday and Sunday May 15 & 16, 2027 – 9am – 5pm (both days) Organic Beekeeping for Beginners – Metta Earth Institute, 334 S. Geary Rd., Lincoln, VT
Learn about the current state of the honeybee and the beekeeping industry, as well as alternatives to the failing status quo. Designed for the rank beginner, but beneficial for those with several years’ experience, we’ll cover honey bee biology, resources for sourcing bees, choosing an apiary site, and the tools and equipment you will need. Safe, nontoxic, and effective methods for controlling hive pests and diseases such as mites and foulbrood will also be covered, as well as tips on successfully overwintering hives. The class will be punctuated with a visit to the bee yard and the opportunity for hands-on experience, weather permitting.
Fee: $155 (includes copy of course text book, Natural Beekeeping)
To Register: Call Ross at 802-349-4279 or email [email protected]
Topics covered during the class:
-Beekeeping Tools and Equipment needs
-Choosing an apiary location
-Basics of honey bee biology
-Honey Bee disease and pest control
-Overwintering and spring management
-Beginner beekeeping tips and suggestions
