Basic Beekeeping

Discover the captivating world of honey bees and learn the essentials of responsible beekeeping in this immersive course. You’ll gain foundational knowledge of bee biology, anatomy, and behavior, while exploring the history of beekeeping and the tools needed to maintain a thriving hive. From natural hive design and apiary site selection to seasonal care, nectar flow, and disease prevention, you’ll learn how to recognize and respond to your bees’ needs. The course also covers practical skills like installing bee packages and harvesting honey—equipping you with everything you need to start your own buzzing colony with confidence.

Instruction Method

In-person

Time to Complete

Hours

Instruction Method

In-person

Time to Complete

Hours

Credit or Non-Credit

Non-credit

Cost

Regular Price $65 NOW offered for FREE due to the Empire State Development NY Empowers Grant

Number of Hours

6 hrs

Skills

Apiary site selection, bee anatomy, bee biology, bee health, harvesting honey, history of bees, hive congruency, hive design, nectar and pollen flow

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