Events

Join us for a guided tour of the gardens followed by an ice cream treat!

Do you know how to use a ratchet strap on your hives? How to properly light a smoker? Have you practiced marking your drones so you can mark your queen? What's the best way to keep your hive tools clean?  These and other facets of beekeeping will be discussed, and demonstrated, complete with opportunities to […]

Winterizing your hives - a panel of experts!  Tina, Kristie, and Carol weigh in on what to do and how to do it! They will discuss the difference between ventilated and condensing hives and which is right for you.

We have two positions up for vote:  Vice President and Communications.  We'll also discuss how to clean wax and demonstrate how to make your hive tool sterilization tube.

Dr. Tom Seeley, renowned author and world-class expert on honeybee behavior, is joining us for an exciting evening at our bee club meeting! Known for his groundbreaking research and books such as The Lives of Bees and Honeybee Democracy, Dr. Seeley will share fascinating insights into the lives of honeybees, their decision-making processes, and their […]

We’re thrilled to announce that Kamon Reynolds, the beekeeper behind the popular Tennessee's Bees YouTube channel, will be joining us for our February bee club meeting! Kamon is widely recognized for his practical, hands-on advice and innovative techniques for managing successful hives. Whether you’re a seasoned beekeeper or just starting out, this is a fantastic […]

Join us in March as we welcome Cory Stevens for a daylong seminar at Fort Lewis College Lyceum Theater.  Cory is an accomplished beekeeper and queen breeder specializing in sustainable beekeeping practices! Cory is known for his work with survivor stock and promoting strategies for breeding hardy, resilient bees. This is a unique opportunity to […]