Steuben County Beekeeping for Beginners
Our 8th annual Beekeeping for Beginners series begins on February 8th! Chet Gilbert is looking forward to sharing his enthusiasm and expertise.
Classes will be held at the Angola Parks and Recreation Department's Commons Hall (501 S John St, Angola). Registration is currently open at https://bit.ly/BeginnerBees2025. The event is free for youth; the $10 adult registration fee can be paid at the Steuben County Extension Office, 317 S Wayne St. We can only accept cash or check. Checks can be made payable to Purdue Extension.
If you have questions, please call Chet at 260-668-0950.
Beekeeping for Beginners, Saturdays, 9 am-12 pm, Commons Hall in Angola, 501 S John Street
February 8 - History of Beekeeping; Why Keep Bees; Bee Vocabulary; Beekeeping Equipment; Hive Inhabitants
February 15 - Setting Up Your Hives/Installation; Spring Management; Hive Checks and What is Normal; Pests and Diseases; Summer Management; Swarms; Supers
February 22 - Late Summer, Fall, and Winter Management; Honey Harvesting; Honey and Other Bee Products; Marketing