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
Need Advice?
How are your bees doing this year? Have any questions? We are here to help! Fill out the following form if you'd like Arthur or Sara to reach out to … Continue reading Need Advice?
Making Nucs
A few shots of Arthur, Sara, Marieke, and Steve making Nucs for club members. Pickup this weekend!
Getting Started – Installation
Now for the first big challenge - how do I put bees into my brand new, shiny hives? This is your first big challenge. Hopefully, you've taken some of our … Continue reading Getting Started – Installation
Getting Started – Resources
Resources Scientific Beekeeping - Randy Oliver’s site. This is a very good, pragmatic resource for issues relevant to our climate and locale. He is up in Grass Valley, CA. California … Continue reading Getting Started – Resources
Getting Started – Things That Can Go Wrong
Things That Can Go Wrong As with farming or raising livestock, there are pests and diseases that can affect your hive’s health. Researchers are learning more about bee health every … Continue reading Getting Started – Things That Can Go Wrong