This beginner beekeeping course covers the basic theory and practical experience needed to successfully get started and manage your first season of beekeeping.
We offer the option to attend the full course, practical only, or theory only to suit your schedule and level of interest.
The theory will be provided ONLINE over two engaging and interactive evening sessions. May 4th & 5th 2023, (Thursday/ Friday) 6pm-8:30pm
The practical will be provided in person at our educational bee yard in Revelstoke BC. May 6th 2023, (Saturday) 9am-2pm
The practical is an interactive hands on learning experience/ field day where participants will be working with and in the beehive:
Participants will have an opportunity to work through the season from; transferring a nuc into a hive, swarm control, splitting hives and methods, adding/ pulling honey supers, feeding, winter preparation, and winterizing.
Basic protection is required this day (gloves, vail or bee jacket/ bee suit). Hive tool and smoker are preferred.
Outcome: Participants will develop a theoretical and practical knowledge of beekeeping confidently and responsibly and/ or improve their beginner level beekeeping practices with a strong focus on hands on experience through one on one instruction.
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