Topics that will be covered:
- Introduction to beekeeping
- The organization and life cycle of the honeybee colony
- Equipment needed to get started
- Seasonal hive management of the colonies
- Pests and diseases of the bees
- Live equipment demos
- And more
The school is taught by NCDA&CS Apiary Inspector, N.C. Cooperative Extension Agent, and Stokes County Beeker Association Members.
Workshop Details:
Classes: February 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th.
Test Day: March 11th (review of the material, then the test)
9 am - 12noon
Location:
N.C. Cooperative Extension – Stokes County Center
700 N Main Street
Danbury, NC 27016
Class Fees cover one-year membership to the Stokes County Beekeepers Association, an Educational book, and a hive tool.
Early Registration: $45 January 23rd, 2023 ( Cash, Check, Online)
Day of Registration: $55 February 4th, 2023 ( Cash or Check Only)
Event Sponsored By: Stokes County Farm Bureau
For more information, contact Bryan Hartman, Agriculture and Natural Resources agent, at 336-593-8179 or bkhartman@ncat.edu.
