Beekeeping for Beginners: Units 4-6

March 9 - June 9, 2013

Various Per Session

2450 S. Milledge Ave. Athens, GA 30605

Cost: $95 Member Cost: $85.50


Have you ever wanted to harvest honey from your own beehive? Would you like to collect beeswax to make candles or soap? Do you have a touch of 'backyard biologist' in your blood? If so, these workshops, covering the fundamentals of beekeeping, may be for you. Weather alternative dates will be scheduled if necessary. Completion of the Unit 1 - 3 is not required to attend.

A protective veil and gloves are required for Unit 4 and 5.

Unit 6: Products from the Hive

9 AM - 12 PM

Boogerhill Bee Farm
482 Eugene Hardman Rd. Danielsville, GA 30633

Choose between June 8, 2013 and June 9, 2013. Each Day is limited to 20 participants

Unit 4: Spring Hive Management

1 - 3 PM

Shade Garden Arbor
2450 S. Milledge Ave. Athens, GA 30605

Choose between March 9, 2013 and March 10, 2013. Each Day is limited to 20 participants

Unit 5: Installing Bees / Spring Buildup

1 - 3 PM

Shade Garden Arbor
2450 S. Milledge Ave. Athens, GA 30605

Chose between April 13, 2013 and April 14,2013. Each Day is limited to 20 participants