Class Information, added 8/6/08

Bee Aware Week, August 11 - 17th
Summer Intro Lecture on Organic Beekeeping
A Spring Without Bees
Fall / Winter Prep Classes



Classes are being held this winter in both Rosendale and Granville. Please be sure to check the schedule for your proper location.

Read about all HoneybeeLives Seasonal Class Offerings (PDF).

Rosendale Winter Classes 2008 : Updated 12/27/07

Chris Harp teaching class
Photo by Grai St. Clair Rice

Pre-registration is required, and advance payment is requested.
A discount is available if taking both workshops, and for couples and families.
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Course descriptions may also be downloaded in PDF Format.

Directions to Rosendale location (PDF)

INTRO LECTURE ON BEES AND BEEKEEPING

Learn about the lives of honeybees, the current plight of honeybee colonies, and the intrinsic value of nurturing these amazing creatures.

Date: Tuesday, January 15. Time: 6:00 – 8:30pm

Cost: $25 per person

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.

Dates:
Saturday, January 19. Time: 10:00am – 6:00pm (FULL)
Saturday, February 2. Time 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday, February 23. Time 10:00am - 6:00pm

Cost: $95 per person

UNDERSTANDING AND CARING FOR YOUR BEES (ADVANCED CLASS)

Topics will include: hive congruency and design to benefit the colony; Honeybee health and disease management the natural way; seasonal concerns and methods; as well as imparting the value of respecting the lives and needs of your bees.

Dates:
Sunday, January 20. Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday, February 3. Time 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday, February 24. Time 10:00am - 4:00pm

Cost: $95 per person

Granville Winter Classes 2008 : Updated 12/27/07

Pre-registration is required, and advance payment is requested.
A discount is available if taking both workshops, and for couples and families.
REGISTER NOW

Course descriptions may also be downloaded in PDF Format.

Directions to Granville location (PDF)

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.

Date: Saturday, February 9. Time: 10:00am – 6:00pm

Cost: $95 per person

UNDERSTANDING AND CARING FOR YOUR BEES (ADVANCED CLASS)

Topics will include: hive congruency and design to benefit the colony; Honeybee health and disease management the natural way; seasonal concerns and methods; as well as imparting the value of respecting the lives and needs of your bees.

Date: Sunday, February 10. Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Cost: $95 per person