Santa Cruz Beekeepers Guild

Join the Santa Cruz Beekeepers Guild for an essential spring workshop led by expert beekeeper Emily Bondor. As we enter swarm season, learn the crucial techniques of walk-away splits and effective swarm prevention strategies to maintain healthy, productive hives. This comprehensive presentation will cover: Whether you're a novice beekeeper or an experienced apiarist, this session … Continue reading Bee Reproduction Workshop: Mastering Walk-Away Splits & Swarm Prevention →

Join experienced beekeepers Penny and Debbie for a hands-on demonstration of how to properly install package bees into a new hive. This essential workshop is perfect for new beekeepers and anyone interested in learning proper installation techniques. What to Expect: Please Note: Attendees are encouraged to bring their beekeeping equipment for review and setup guidance. … Continue reading Bee Package Installation Demo →

Join the Santa Cruz Beekeepers Guild for an enlightening evening with distinguished guest speaker Melanie Kirby, who will share insights from her work with the Adaptive Bee Breeders Alliance (ABBA). Learn about innovative approaches to bee breeding that help create resilient, locally-adapted honey bee populations. Whether you're an experienced beekeeper or simply curious about bee … Continue reading Adaptive Bee Breeding: Special Presentation by Melanie Kirby →

Join us for an enlightening evening with expert beekeeper Aren Luo as we explore two critical aspects of hive management: robbing behavior and varroa mite control. This essential session will help both novice and experienced beekeepers protect their colonies and maintain healthy hives. Topics covered: Open to members and guests interested in beekeeping. Parking Instructions … Continue reading Monitoring Hive Health: Robbing Behavior and Varroa Control with Aren Luo →

Open to members and guests interested in beekeeping.  Parking Instructions Parking inside El Rio Mobile Home Park is prohibited. Volunteer-Run, Community-Funded, No Dues Required | Your Donations Keep Us Buzzing

Join the Santa Cruz Beekeepers Guild for an essential workshop on preparing your hives for winter. Expert beekeepers Joe and Emily will guide you through crucial winterization techniques to ensure your colonies thrive through the cold months ahead. Learn about: Open to members and guests interested in beekeeping.  Parking Instructions Parking inside El Rio Mobile … Continue reading Winterizing Your Hives: Essential Preparation for the Cold Season →

Join the Santa Cruz Beekeepers Guild for an enlightening evening featuring Jen Parsons, founder of State Street Honey. Additionally, discover creative ways to transform hive products into meaningful gifts, perfect for the upcoming holiday season. Open to members and guests interested in beekeeping.  Parking Instructions Parking inside El Rio Mobile Home Park is prohibited. Volunteer-Run, … Continue reading Honey Harvesting & Hive Gifts: A Special Presentation with Jen Parsons →

Join the Santa Cruz Beekeepers Guild for our festive year-end celebration! This special December gathering brings together our community of beekeepers for a delightful evening of food, friendship, and the sweet rewards of our collective efforts. Our holiday potluck will feature a unique honey tasting experience, showcasing the diverse flavors of honey produced throughout Santa … Continue reading Santa Cruz Beekeepers Guild Annual Holiday Potluck & Local Honey Tasting →