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Category: Beekeeping

May 19, 2022May 19, 2022 James Haskell Beekeeping

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?

March 23, 2022 James Haskell Beekeeping

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

Getting Started – Schedule

Schedule As Soon as Possible Talk to your neighbors!! It's scary and tough, but it’s important to get your neighbors on board in advance. Read beginner books. Take our classes. … Continue reading Getting Started – Schedule

Getting Started – Working With Your Bees

Working With Your Bees Bees are hardwired to dislike and attack bears and other furry creatures that tend to raid their hives for honey. So, don’t dress like a bear: … Continue reading Getting Started – Working With Your Bees

March 8, 2022March 8, 2022 James Haskell Beekeeping

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

Getting Started – Equipment

BEFORE you get your bees, you’re going to need some gear, and do some setup. The following is a list of MUST-HAVES and a few optional items. BEFORE you get … Continue reading Getting Started – Equipment

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