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SUMMARY:Bee-Friendly Garden - How to Create a Bee Sanctuary in Your Backyard
DESCRIPTION:This class is presented by Guild member Emily Bondor through Cabrillo Extension. \nWould you like to create a beautiful garden and also do your part to save the bees\, all in one? A huge part of keeping honey bees healthy is to ensure they have the plants they need to survive available to them year round. Join Emily for this one-day workshop on bee-friendly gardening by starting the day at Cabrillo for a discussion and presentation on native plants\, drought tolerant plants\, perennial and annual flowering plants and basic bee-friendly landscape design. We’ll then break for lunch and make our way to Native Revival Nursery\, just a few minutes from campus\, where we will walk the grounds to see\, smell and touch some recommended plants for your very own Bee Friendly Garden. This class helps us all save the bees and make our gardens more beautiful at the same time! \nStudents go home with a small bee-friendly garden starter kit from Native Revival Nursery\, a plant list that breaks down the best bee plants by size\, annual blooming schedule\, place of origin and water needs. \nSat.\, April 8\n11 am – 2 pm\nRoom: Horticulture 5001\nRegister by Feb. 27: $50\nRegister after Feb. 27: $58 \nplus $25 materials fee payable at registration \nEmily Bondor is a bay area Beekeeper and Educator. Her expertise is in promoting responsible honeybee genetics and breeding queens from locally adapted genetic stock. She works in Napa Valley managing bee-hives and is currently pursuing Master Beekeeping Classes through the Honeybee Lab at UC Davis.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/bee-friendly-garden-how-to-create-a-bee-sanctuary-in-your-backyard/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170401T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20170128T073029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T073029Z
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SUMMARY:Beekeeping Basics and Honeybee Biology - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:This is the second part in a 2-part class is presented by Guild Member Emily Bondor through the Cabrillo Extension. \nWhether you are interested in learning sustainable backyard beekeeping practices or just want a better understanding of how these delicate\, intricate creatures benefit us and our planet\, you will leave this class a-buzz with new energy! \nThis course covers hive structure\, colony dynamics and delve into basic honeybee biology. We will discuss the history of beekeeping\, from honey production to pollination contracts\, and discuss current trends (and rifts) in colony management practices. Weather permitting\, there will be a field trip to Emily’s Apiary in Santa Cruz for a real-life “hive dive”. \nBy the end of the course\, students who are interested in obtaining their own hive will have a good working understanding of equipment\, tools\, management practices\, bee biology\, and how we can work together to support these very vital pollinators. \nThis class is appropriate for adults with little to no experience in keeping bees. \n2 Sat.\, March 25 & April 1\n9:30 am – 12 noon\nRoom: 1605\nRegister by Feb. 27: $68\nRegister after Feb. 27: $75 \nplus $5 materials fee payable at registration \nEmily Bondor is a bay area Beekeeper and Educator. Her expertise is in promoting responsible honeybee genetics and breeding queens from locally adapted genetic stock. She works in Napa Valley managing bee-hives and is currently pursuing Master Beekeeping Classes through the Honeybee Lab at UC Davis.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beekeeping-basics-and-honeybee-biology-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170325T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20170128T072850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T073050Z
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SUMMARY:Beekeeping Basics and Honeybee Biology - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:This 2-part class is presented by Guild Member Emily Bondor through the Cabrillo Extension. \nWhether you are interested in learning sustainable backyard beekeeping practices or just want a better understanding of how these delicate\, intricate creatures benefit us and our planet\, you will leave this class a-buzz with new energy! \nThis course covers hive structure\, colony dynamics and delve into basic honeybee biology. We will discuss the history of beekeeping\, from honey production to pollination contracts\, and discuss current trends (and rifts) in colony management practices. Weather permitting\, there will be a field trip to Emily’s Apiary in Santa Cruz for a real-life “hive dive”. \nBy the end of the course\, students who are interested in obtaining their own hive will have a good working understanding of equipment\, tools\, management practices\, bee biology\, and how we can work together to support these very vital pollinators. \nThis class is appropriate for adults with little to no experience in keeping bees. \n2 Sat.\, March 25 & April 1\n9:30 am – 12 noon\nRoom: 1605\nRegister by Feb. 27: $68\nRegister after Feb. 27: $75 \nplus $5 materials fee payable at registration \nEmily Bondor is a bay area Beekeeper and Educator. Her expertise is in promoting responsible honeybee genetics and breeding queens from locally adapted genetic stock. She works in Napa Valley managing bee-hives and is currently pursuing Master Beekeeping Classes through the Honeybee Lab at UC Davis.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beekeeping-basics-and-honeybee-biology-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170311T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20170128T072015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T072015Z
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SUMMARY:Basics of Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:This short class is presented by Guild member Emily Bondor through TimeBank Santa Cruz. \nThis hour-and-a-half class will cover beekeeping for beginners. We will discuss basic honey bee biology\, local equipment suppliers\, what equipment you’ll need to begin\, educational resources\, bay area beekeepers associations and the biggest and most challenging topic: where and how to source the bees themselves. \nInstructor Emily Bondor is the owner/operator of Santa Cruz Bee Company. She manages hives\, teaches\, mentors and provides private consultation throughout the San Francisco and Monterey Bay Area. Check out her website http://scbee.co/ and instagram
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/basics-of-beekeeping/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170129T190000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20170128T070127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T082007Z
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SUMMARY:Free Beekeeping Overview - to Bee or not to Bee
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is presented by Guild member Karla DeLong through Mountain Feed and Farm Supply in Ben Lomond. \nInterested in beekeeping but not sure if it’s right for you? This workshop explains what it takes to become a successful\, responsible beekeeper before you commit to buying equipment and taking a paid class. \nRSVP is required by phone at (831) 336-8876 or via email to events@mountainfeed.com \nPlease include your phone number if you register by email.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/free-beekeeping-overview-to-bee-or-not-to-bee/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160611T113000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160606T060745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160606T060854Z
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SUMMARY:Backyard Beekeeping and Honeybee Biology
DESCRIPTION:This class is presented by Guild member Emily Bondor through Cabrillo Extension. It is a 4-Saturday course starting on 11 June 2016. Course hours are from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM each Saturday. \nWhether you are interested in learning sustainable backyard beekeeping practices\, or just want a better understanding of how these delicate\, intricate creatures benefit us and our planet\, you will leave this class a-buzz with new energy! Over the course of the class we will cover hive structure\, colony dynamics and delve into basic honeybee biology. We will discuss the history of beekeeping\, from honey production to pollination contracts\, and discuss current trends (and rifts) in colony management practices. Weather permitting we will take a field trip to Emily’s Apiary in Santa Cruz for a real-life “hive dive”. By the end of the course\, students who are interested in obtaining their own hive will have a good working understanding of equipment\, tools\, management practices and bee biology\, and how we can work together to support these very vital pollinators. \nThis class is appropriate for adults with little to no experience in keeping bees. \n4 Saturday Sessions\, June 11 – July 9\n10:00 am – 11:30 am\nCabrillo College\, Main Campus\nRoom: Hort 5001 \nFee: $75 \nEmily Bondor is a bay area Beekeeper and Educator. Her expertise is in promoting responsible honeybee genetics and breeding queens from locally adapted genetic stock. She works in Napa Valley managing bee-hives and is currently pursuing Master Beekeeping Classes through the Honeybee Lab at UC Davis.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/backyard-beekeeping-and-honeybee-biology-4/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160405T051412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160405T051842Z
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SUMMARY:Save the Bees! How to Support Bees in our Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:Guild member Emily Bondor will be presenting this class at Native Revival Nursery. \nThe class will be focused around the co-evolution of flowering plants and bees and the importance of pollinators to our landscape and our food system. Honey bees are unique among bee species\, as they’re a “superorganism” with a social caste. Most other native bees are largely solitary in nature. Emily will do a brief lesson on honey bee biology\, caste structure and roles within the hive. The main focus and intention of the class will be “how to support bees in our landscape”. By focusing on forage\, we will support not only honeybees but native bees\, too.  \nThe takeaway will include a list of some of the best bee forage plants for your garden\, some of which will also be California natives. In truth\, in order to “save the bees”\, we need to think holistically and regeneratively\, with a focus on biodiversity and habitat creation and restoration. We need farmers\, gardeners\, orchardists\, ranchers planting pasture and landscapers focused on flowers!  \nSince we won’t be going in a hive during the class\, Emily will bring her beekeeping tools and equipment\, wax combs\, and some homemade bee products. \n*If the class is a success\, we can run it again at Native Revival and/or organize a follow-up class with participants who want to do a “live hive dive” workshop with Emily at one of her apiaries in the Santa Cruz area.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/save-the-bees-how-to-support-bees-in-our-landscapes/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160430T113000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160202T062314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T062746Z
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SUMMARY:Backyard Beekeeping and Honeybee Biology
DESCRIPTION:This class is presented by Guild member Emily Bondor through Cabrillo Extension. It is a 4-Saturday course starting on 9 April 2016. Course hours are from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM each Saturday. \nWhether you are interested in learning sustainable backyard beekeeping practices\, or just want a better understanding of how these delicate\, intricate creatures benefit us and our planet\, you will leave this class a-buzz with new energy! Over the course of the class we will cover hive structure\, colony dynamics and delve into basic honeybee biology. We will discuss the history of beekeeping\, from honey production to pollination contracts\, and discuss current trends (and rifts) in colony management practices. Weather permitting we will take a field trip to Emily’s Apiary in Santa Cruz for a real-life “hive dive”. By the end of the course\, students who are interested in obtaining their own hive will have a good working understanding of equipment\, tools\, management practices and bee biology\, and how we can work together to support these very vital pollinators. \nThis class is appropriate for adults with little to no experience in keeping bees. \n4 Sat.\, April 9 – 30\n10:00 am – 11:30 am\nRoom: 707 \nRegister by Feb. 29: $68\nRegister after Feb. 29: $72 \nEmily Bondor is a bay area Beekeeper and Educator. Her expertise is in promoting responsible honeybee genetics and breeding queens from locally adapted genetic stock. She works in Napa Valley managing bee-hives and is currently pursuing Master Beekeeping Classes through the Honeybee Lab at UC Davis.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/backyard-beekeeping-and-honeybee-biology-3/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160423T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160202T065704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T065816Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Intensive Series – Part 2: Apiary Class
DESCRIPTION:Mountain Feed and Farm Supply is offering a two-part series to help prepare you to be a successful beginning beekeeper. This day is the second of two parts. The lecture is a prerequisite for taking the apiary class. If you wish to only take the lecture class\, you can register for that here. \nPart Two: Apiary 4/23 @ Karla’s Apiary\, 10am-1:30pm \nHands-on in the apiary and hive exploration. \nPersonal protective gear is required. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nLighting a smoker and keeping it lit\nUnderstanding the ‘how\, when & why’ of hive inspections\nExternal hive inspection\nInternal hive inspection\n\nRoyal court Identification\nBrood life cycles\nAssessment of available food\nAssessment of colony strength and health\n\n\nSpring feeding demonstration\nPackage introduction overview\nFirst six weeks of new colony care\n\nPlease bring water and a snack if you want. Wear light-colored clothing\, long pants\, and sturdy close-toed shoes or boots. \nApiary classes are warm weather dependent. In case of rain\, those days will be rescheduled. Students will be notified by email of any changes. \nApiary days are in extremely high demand and space is very limited. Refunds on classes will not be given without 72 hours notice.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beginning-beekeeping-intensive-series-part-2-apiary-class-3/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160202T062203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T062849Z
UID:436-1461405600-1461411000@santacruzbees.com
SUMMARY:Backyard Beekeeing and Honeybee Biology
DESCRIPTION:This class is presented by Guild member Emily Bondor through Cabrillo Extension. It is a 4-Saturday course starting on 9 April 2016. Course hours are from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM each Saturday. \nWhether you are interested in learning sustainable backyard beekeeping practices\, or just want a better understanding of how these delicate\, intricate creatures benefit us and our planet\, you will leave this class a-buzz with new energy! Over the course of the class we will cover hive structure\, colony dynamics and delve into basic honeybee biology. We will discuss the history of beekeeping\, from honey production to pollination contracts\, and discuss current trends (and rifts) in colony management practices. Weather permitting we will take a field trip to Emily’s Apiary in Santa Cruz for a real-life “hive dive”. By the end of the course\, students who are interested in obtaining their own hive will have a good working understanding of equipment\, tools\, management practices and bee biology\, and how we can work together to support these very vital pollinators. \nThis class is appropriate for adults with little to no experience in keeping bees. \n4 Sat.\, April 9 – 30\n10:00 am – 11:30 am\nRoom: 707 \nRegister by Feb. 29: $68\nRegister after Feb. 29: $72 \nEmily Bondor is a bay area Beekeeper and Educator. Her expertise is in promoting responsible honeybee genetics and breeding queens from locally adapted genetic stock. She works in Napa Valley managing bee-hives and is currently pursuing Master Beekeeping Classes through the Honeybee Lab at UC Davis.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/backyard-beekeeing-and-honeybee-biology/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160416T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160202T065538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T070024Z
UID:443-1460800800-1460813400@santacruzbees.com
SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Intensive Series – Part 2: Apiary Class
DESCRIPTION:Mountain Feed and Farm Supply is offering a two-part series to help prepare you to be a successful beginning beekeeper. This day is the second of two parts. The lecture is a prerequisite for taking the apiary class. If you wish to only take the lecture class\, you can register for that here. \nPart Two: Apiary 4/16 @ Karla’s Apiary\, 10am-1:30pm \nHands-on in the apiary and hive exploration. \nPersonal protective gear is required. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nLighting a smoker and keeping it lit\nUnderstanding the ‘how\, when & why’ of hive inspections\nExternal hive inspection\nInternal hive inspection\n\nRoyal court Identification\nBrood life cycles\nAssessment of available food\nAssessment of colony strength and health\n\n\nSpring feeding demonstration\nPackage introduction overview\nFirst six weeks of new colony care\n\nPlease bring water and a snack if you want. Wear light-colored clothing\, long pants\, and sturdy close-toed shoes or boots. \nApiary classes are warm weather dependent. In case of rain\, those days will be rescheduled. Students will be notified by email of any changes. \nApiary days are in extremely high demand and space is very limited. Refunds on classes will not be given without 72 hours notice.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beginning-beekeeping-intensive-series-part-2-apiary-class-2/
CATEGORIES:Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160202T062054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T062818Z
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SUMMARY:Backyard Beekeeping and Honeybee Biology
DESCRIPTION:This class is presented by Guild member Emily Bondor through Cabrillo Extension. It is a 4-Saturday course starting on 9 April 2016. Course hours are from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM each Saturday. \nWhether you are interested in learning sustainable backyard beekeeping practices\, or just want a better understanding of how these delicate\, intricate creatures benefit us and our planet\, you will leave this class a-buzz with new energy! Over the course of the class we will cover hive structure\, colony dynamics and delve into basic honeybee biology. We will discuss the history of beekeeping\, from honey production to pollination contracts\, and discuss current trends (and rifts) in colony management practices. Weather permitting we will take a field trip to Emily’s Apiary in Santa Cruz for a real-life “hive dive”. By the end of the course\, students who are interested in obtaining their own hive will have a good working understanding of equipment\, tools\, management practices and bee biology\, and how we can work together to support these very vital pollinators. \nThis class is appropriate for adults with little to no experience in keeping bees. \n4 Sat.\, April 9 – 30\n10:00 am – 11:30 am\nRoom: 707 \nRegister by Feb. 29: $68\nRegister after Feb. 29: $72 \nEmily Bondor is a bay area Beekeeper and Educator. Her expertise is in promoting responsible honeybee genetics and breeding queens from locally adapted genetic stock. She works in Napa Valley managing bee-hives and is currently pursuing Master Beekeeping Classes through the Honeybee Lab at UC Davis.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/backyard-beekeeping-and-honeybee-biology-2/
CATEGORIES:Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160409T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160202T065147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T065147Z
UID:442-1460196000-1460208600@santacruzbees.com
SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Intensive Series – Part 2: Apiary Class
DESCRIPTION:Mountain Feed and Farm Supply is offering a two-part series to help prepare you to be a successful beginning beekeeper. This day is the second of two parts. The lecture is a prerequisite for taking the apiary class. If you wish to only take the lecture class\, you can register for that here. \nPart Two: Apiary 4/9 @ Karla’s Apiary\, 10am-1:30pm \nHands-on in the apiary and hive exploration. \nPersonal protective gear is required. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nLighting a smoker and keeping it lit\nUnderstanding the ‘how\, when & why’ of hive inspections\nExternal hive inspection\nInternal hive inspection\n\nRoyal court Identification\nBrood life cycles\nAssessment of available food\nAssessment of colony strength and health\n\n\nSpring feeding demonstration\nPackage introduction overview\nFirst six weeks of new colony care\n\nPlease bring water and a snack if you want. Wear light-colored clothing\, long pants\, and sturdy close-toed shoes or boots. \nApiary classes are warm weather dependent. In case of rain\, those days will be rescheduled. Students will be notified by email of any changes. \nApiary days are in extremely high demand and space is very limited. Refunds on classes will not be given without 72 hours notice.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beginning-beekeeping-intensive-series-part-2-apiary-class/
CATEGORIES:Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160409T113000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160202T061429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T061429Z
UID:432-1460196000-1460201400@santacruzbees.com
SUMMARY:Backyard Beekeeping and Honeybee Biology
DESCRIPTION:This class is presented by Guild member Emily Bondor through Cabrillo Extension. It is a 4-Saturday course starting on 9 April 2016. Course hours are from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM each Saturday. \nWhether you are interested in learning sustainable backyard beekeeping practices\, or just want a better understanding of how these delicate\, intricate creatures benefit us and our planet\, you will leave this class a-buzz with new energy! Over the course of the class we will cover hive structure\, colony dynamics and delve into basic honeybee biology. We will discuss the history of beekeeping\, from honey production to pollination contracts\, and discuss current trends (and rifts) in colony management practices. Weather permitting we will take a field trip to Emily’s Apiary in Santa Cruz for a real-life “hive dive”. By the end of the course\, students who are interested in obtaining their own hive will have a good working understanding of equipment\, tools\, management practices and bee biology\, and how we can work together to support these very vital pollinators. \nThis class is appropriate for adults with little to no experience in keeping bees. \n4 Sat.\, April 9 – 30\n10:00 am – 11:30 am\nRoom: 707 \nRegister by Feb. 29: $68\nRegister after Feb. 29: $72 \nEmily Bondor is a bay area Beekeeper and Educator. Her expertise is in promoting responsible honeybee genetics and breeding queens from locally adapted genetic stock. She works in Napa Valley managing bee-hives and is currently pursuing Master Beekeeping Classes through the Honeybee Lab at UC Davis.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/backyard-beekeeping-and-honeybee-biology/
CATEGORIES:Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160402T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160402T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160202T064717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T065913Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Intensive Series - Part 2: Apiary Class
DESCRIPTION:Mountain Feed and Farm Supply is offering a two-part series to help prepare you to be a successful beginning beekeeper. This day is the second of two parts. The lecture is a prerequisite for taking the apiary class. If you wish to only take the lecture class\, you can register for that here. \nPart Two: Apiary 4/2 @ Karla’s Apiary\, 10am-1:30pm \nHands-on in the apiary and hive exploration. \nPersonal protective gear is required. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nLighting a smoker and keeping it lit\nUnderstanding the ‘how\, when & why’ of hive inspections\nExternal hive inspection\nInternal hive inspection\n\nRoyal court Identification\nBrood life cycles\nAssessment of available food\nAssessment of colony strength and health\n\n\nSpring feeding demonstration\nPackage introduction overview\nFirst six weeks of new colony care\n\nPlease bring water and a snack if you want. Wear light-colored clothing\, long pants\, and sturdy close-toed shoes or boots. \nApiary classes are warm weather dependent. In case of rain\, those days will be rescheduled. Students will be notified by email of any changes. \nApiary days are in extremely high demand and space is very limited. Refunds on classes will not be given without 72 hours notice.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beginning-beekeeping-intensive-series-part2-42/
CATEGORIES:Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20160202T063856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T065852Z
UID:438-1457863200-1457877600@santacruzbees.com
SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Intensive Class - Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Mountain Feed and Farm Supply is offering this 2 day series to prepare you to be a successful beginning beekeeper. The lecture is a prerequisite for taking the apiary class. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nEquipment & personal protective gear selection\nFrame & foundation options\nHive placement & positioning\nBasics of care\nBee breeds & starter colony options\nBiology & life cycle\nBasics of care\nMite & pest management\nFeeding & nourishment\nOrganic vs. conventional beekeeping\n\nThis is a series: one class of lecture and one class of hands-on apiary exploration. You must take the lecture class to take the apiary class. If you wish to only take the lecture class\, you can register for that here. Personal protective gear is required for the hands-on portion of this class. \nRefunds on classes will not be given without 72 hours notice.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beginning-beekeeping-intensive-class-lecture/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150419T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20150313T233701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150313T233701Z
UID:307-1429437600-1429450200@santacruzbees.com
SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Intensive Series - 3/29 And 4/19
DESCRIPTION:A 2 day series to prepare you to be a successful beginning beekeeper. The lecture is a prerequisite for taking the apiary class. \nThis is a series: one class of lecture and one class of hands-on apiary exploration. You must take the lecture class to take the apiary class. Personal protective gear is required for the hands-on portion of this class. \nPart One:\nLecture March 29 6-8pm Park Hall Ben Lomond \nTopics to be covered: \n\nEquipment selection\nMaterial needs\nTime commitments and expectations\nHive Placement\nBasics of care\nBee Breed & New Colony Options\nBiology and life cycle\nFeeding\nMite and Pest Management\n\n6-8 pm at Park Hall in Ben Lomond. \nPart Two: \nApiary 4/19 \nHands-on in the apiary and hive exploration. \nPersonal protective gear is required. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nUnderstanding the ‘when and why’ of hive inspections\nExternal hive inspection\nInternal hive inspection\n\nRoyal Court Identification\nBrood Life Cycles\nAssessment of available food\nAssessment of colony strength and health\n\n\nFeeding demonstration\nPackage introduction\nNuc introduction\nFirst six weeks of new colony care\nLighting a smoker and keeping it lit\n\nApiary Class will be held from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm. Please bring water and a snack if you want. Wear light-colored clothing and sturdy close-toed shoes or boots. \nApiary classes are warm weather dependent. In case of rain\, those days will be rescheduled. Students will be notified by email of any changes. \nApiary days are in extremely high demand and space is very limited. Refunds on classes will not be given without 72 hours notice.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beginning-beekeeping-intensive-series-329-and-419/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150412T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20150313T233156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150313T233732Z
UID:306-1428832800-1428845400@santacruzbees.com
SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Intensive Series - 3/29 And 4/12
DESCRIPTION:A 2 day series to prepare you to be a successful beginning beekeeper. The lecture is a prerequisite for taking the apiary class. \nThis is a series: one class of lecture and one class of hands-on apiary exploration. You must take the lecture class to take the apiary class. Personal protective gear is required for the hands-on portion of this class. \nPart One:\nLecture March 29 6-8pm Park Hall Ben Lomond \nTopics to be covered: \n\nEquipment selection\nMaterial needs\nTime commitments and expectations\nHive Placement\nBasics of care\nBee Breed & New Colony Options\nBiology and life cycle\nFeeding\nMite and Pest Management\n\n6-8 pm at Park Hall in Ben Lomond. \nPart Two:\nApiary 4/12 \nHands-on in the apiary and hive exploration. \nPersonal protective gear is required. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nUnderstanding the ‘when and why’ of hive inspections\nExternal hive inspection\nInternal hive inspection\n\nRoyal Court Identification\nBrood Life Cycles\nAssessment of available food\nAssessment of colony strength and health\n\n\nFeeding demonstration\nPackage introduction\nNuc introduction\nFirst six weeks of new colony care\nLighting a smoker and keeping it lit\n\nApiary Class will be held from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm. Please bring water and a snack if you want. Wear light-colored clothing and sturdy close-toed shoes or boots. \nApiary classes are warm weather dependent. In case of rain\, those days will be rescheduled. Students will be notified by email of any changes. \nApiary days are in extremely high demand and space is very limited. Refunds on classes will not be given without 72 hours notice.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beginning-beekeeping-intensive-series-329-and-412/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150404T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20150313T234014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150313T234014Z
UID:308-1428141600-1428154200@santacruzbees.com
SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Intensive Series - 3/29 And 4/4
DESCRIPTION:A 2 day series to prepare you to be a successful beginning beekeeper. The lecture is a prerequisite for taking the apiary class. \nThis is a series: one class of lecture and one class of hands-on apiary exploration. You must take the lecture class to take the apiary class. Personal protective gear is required for the hands-on portion of this class. \nPart One:\nLecture March 29 6-8pm Park Hall Ben Lomond \nTopics to be covered: \n\nEquipment selection\nMaterial needs\nTime commitments and expectations\nHive Placement\nBasics of care\nBee Breed & New Colony Options\nBiology and life cycle\nFeeding\nMite and Pest Management\n\n6-8 pm at Park Hall in Ben Lomond. \nPart Two:\nApiary 4/4\nHands-on in the apiary and hive exploration. \nPersonal protective gear is required. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nUnderstanding the ‘when and why’ of hive inspections\nExternal hive inspection\nInternal hive inspection\n\nRoyal Court Identification\nBrood Life Cycles\nAssessment of available food\nAssessment of colony strength and health\n\n\nFeeding demonstration\nPackage introduction\nNuc introduction\nFirst six weeks of new colony care\nLighting a smoker and keeping it lit\n\nApiary Class will be held from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm. Please bring water and a snack if you want. Wear light-colored clothing and sturdy close-toed shoes or boots. \nApiary classes are warm weather dependent. In case of rain\, those days will be rescheduled. Students will be notified by email of any changes. \nApiary days are in extremely high demand and space is very limited. Refunds on classes will not be given without 72 hours notice.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beginning-beekeeping-intensive-series-329-and-44/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150329T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20150313T232604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150313T233741Z
UID:303-1427652000-1427659200@santacruzbees.com
SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Intensive Class 1- Lecture
DESCRIPTION:This beekeeping workshop is offered by Mountain Feed and Farm Supply \nTopics to be covered: \n\nEquipment selection\nMaterial needs\nTime commitments and expectations\nHive Placement\nBasics of care\nBee Breed & New Colony Options\nBiology and life cycle\nFeeding\nMite and Pest Management\n\n6-8 pm at Park Hall in Ben Lomond.
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beginning-beekeeping-intensive-class-1-lecture/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260519T022353
CREATED:20150202T164019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150202T170303Z
UID:62-1424512800-1424527200@santacruzbees.com
SUMMARY:Beekeeping Workshop - Splits
DESCRIPTION:This beekeeping workshop is offered by Mountain Feed and Farm Supply \nIf you are a second season beekeeper and your colony has made it safely through the winter you may want to “split” your hive into two. Learn how to manage your hive after winter and how to make a successful split. \nTopics we will cover: \n\nColony health evaluation\nSpring cleaning\nEquipment requirements for Spring build up\nNutrient support and supplements\nMethods of making a split\nSwarm management\nBait hives and swarm catching\nVarroa mite management\n\nIf the weather permits\, we will buzz up to the apiary for a hands on demonstration of these topics. Please bring your personal protective gear and a snack. \n10 am – 2pm
URL:https://santacruzbees.com/event/beekeeping-workshop-splits/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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