Bee photographer to share images and stories; Bee conference at Lake J
A program titled “4,000 Reasons to Love (and Protect) Native Bees” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 16, at the Highlands Nature Center as part of the Zahner Conservation Lecture Series.
North America is home to about 4,000 species of native bees. Natural history photographer Clay Bolt will share stunning images and stories from his exploration into the world of native bees and the threats they face. Ecology-themed lectures are held Thursday evenings through Sept. 3. Supported by the Highlands Biological Foundation. www.claybolt.com.
Bee conference comes to Lake J
Beekeepers from across the state will swarm to Lake Junaluska Conference Center for the summer convention of the N.C. State Beekeepers Association this week.
From July 9 to 11, lectures and workshops covering everything bee-related will be given by nationally known experts. Topics will include cooking with honey, queen introduction, colony collapse disorder and the history of beekeeping.
$50 registration fee (includes membership) or $35 for members. 828.456.3575.
www.ncbeekeepers.org/education/statewide-conferences/2015-ncsba-summer-conference/
