Join us for our annual holiday potluck! Bring your favorite dish to share and enjoy an evening of good food and beekeeping fellowship. Please bring: Parking Instructions Use the Lenz Arts lot, but avoid the ivy wall/gate with “no parking” signs for after-hours staff access. Metered street parking is available. Parking inside El Rio Mobile...

Join us as we explore the fascinating transition period when honeybee colonies shake off their winter cluster and spring into action! Learn about the vital signs of a thriving overwintered hive - from the first pollen foragers returning with bright loads on their legs to the emergence of male drones that signal colony strength. We'll...

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...

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....

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...

Join us for an entertaining evening with beekeeper Bradon Tinianov. Robbing is a survival behavior bees use to keep their hive going when nectar supplies get low and the temperature goes up. Learn the signs of robbing behavior, what to do if your hive is actively being robbed, and of course ~ a bit about...

Join us for an enlightening evening with expert beekeeper Aren Luo as we explore 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 Parking inside El Rio Mobile Home Park is prohibited....

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...

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,...