The class will be March 15th from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm.
There is no charge, registration is requested.
The class will be held at the 1st Congregational Church, 751 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont (that is where we routinely meet). Bring your own bag lunch.
No charge for class, registration is required.
About The Class
Beekeeping is an ancient art. It blends bee biology and local botany with customs and practices evolved over centuries. It is an easy and engaging hobby, even in a populated area like San Mateo County.
Spring is the best time to set up beehives. This class will provide basic information on how to get started. There is no charge to register for the class.
You'll learn about the equipment and techniques of beekeeping, with
an emphasis on keeping bees in urban and suburban settings.
Topics include:
Honeybee biology and behavior
Equipment
Where to get bees and how to install them in a hive
Hive manipulations
Seasonal colony management
Honey production
Bee health and diseases
Bee associations and other sources of information
Register now!