Beekeeping is the scientific method of raising and maintaining bee colonies, commonly in man-made hives, by humans. Beekeepers keep bees for various reasons, including pollinating crops, producing bees for sale to other beekeepers, collecting honey, beeswax, propolis, flower pollen, bee pollen, and royal jelly. A location where bees are kept is called an apiary or 'bee yard.'

By learning about beekeeping, you can acquire new understanding, knowledge, behaviors, skills, values, attitudes, and preferences. You can learn about foundational skills, tools and equipment, standard best practices, seasonal timing, and situational interpretive best practices specific to your region or location. Additionally, you can develop various management practices that align with your beekeeping situation.

As a student of apiculture, you can also offer these lessons to others interested in honey bees and beekeeping. Whether you're a teacher, instructor, or mentor, sharing your knowledge and experience can help grow the community of responsible beekeepers and improve awareness towards honey bees. And the best part? You can learn and enjoy beekeeping at any age. So, whether you're a youth or an adult, beginner or experienced, you can reap the benefits of learning about beekeeping and become a part of this incredible community.

At the core of our work lies a passion for learning and sharing knowledge. We take great joy in coaching, teaching, and sharing our vast experience and expertise with others, regardless of their age or level of understanding. Our mission is to create a community of responsible beekeepers, who are knowledgeable about honey bees and beekeeping. To achieve this, we offer lessons and courses about honey bees and beekeeping to people of all ages, from young children to adults.

Our educational programs range from one-day sessions at our educational apiary to multi-day courses that delve deeper into the intricate details of beekeeping. We also offer a ShareHive Program that provides an inclusive opportunity to learn about honey bees and beekeeping without the responsibility of ongoing management, equipment, or space.

If you have an idea for an educational session that we currently do not offer, please reach out to us and let us know what you're interested in. We are always eager to expand our knowledge and share it with others.