Take a beginner beekeeping class
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Have you ever thought about keeping bees? Ever wanted to have more pollinators on your property? Do you just want to know more about it? March 7 will be your chance.
The Haywood County Beekeepers Association is offering a one-day introductory class on beekeeping. Topics will include the life cycle of the bee, what you need to do through the calendar year to maintain a hive, what equipment you will need and the cost involved.
This will be an opportunity to learn some basics about beekeeping and to meet fellow beginners and experienced beekeepers, to start a partnership on this adventure.
The class runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 7. The cost is $60 per person or $80 per couple. For that price, participants will receive a beginner’s manual (Kim Flottum’s “Backyard Beekeeping”), a barbecue luncheon, lots of catalogues, information and door prizes. There will be a free package of bees for one lucky winner to start their apiary (to be delivered at a later date).
Application forms are online at Haywood County Beekeepers webpage.
