Hey GBA members! The Santa Cruz County Fair is coming up in September, and we are looking for volunteers for our Bee Booth. Any level of beekeeping expertise and knowledge … Continue reading Volunteer for the Fair!
Reducing Stress On Your Hives Class
We held the Saturday field class for Reducing Stress On Your Hives at the GBA Apiary at Pajaro. Here's some photos! And here's a few infrared photos of the native … Continue reading Reducing Stress On Your Hives Class
Reducing Stress On Your Hives
Are you concerned about your hive's progress and health? With the drought and hot weather, it's been a tough summer for your bees. Would you like to learn how to … Continue reading Reducing Stress On Your Hives
July News
Members Picnic! Penny has generously offered her yard for a hive dive and members picnic on July 23rd. GBA members will receive details via email. News The Pajaro Apiary is … Continue reading July News
May News
Our recent class, "Helping Your Hives Thrive and Grow", was very well received. Thank you to all who attended, and the instructors and helpers. Check out our Facebook page and … Continue reading May News
Social Hive Dive – May 2022
May 22 1PM -- Social Hive Dive -- Get some hands-on experience with: Hive inspection Queen marking Assessing colony health Master Beekeepers Sara and Arthur will be there - ask … Continue reading Social Hive Dive – May 2022
Social Hive Dive – March 2022
Thank you to Peggi for hosting a great Social Hive Dive! Check out the photos!
Making Nucs
A few shots of Arthur, Sara, Marieke, and Steve making Nucs for club members. Pickup this weekend!
How to Install a Bee Package
We created a video showing how to install a Package of bees into your hive. If you are getting a package, please take a look at the video, featuring Master … Continue reading How to Install a Bee Package
Spring Gardening
Spring is right around the corner! Time to clean up the garden and plant some drought-resistant, pollinator-friendly plants. Take a look at our Pollinator Friendly Plants page for some great … Continue reading Spring Gardening