Introduction to Beekeeping
El Rio Mobile Home Park 2120 N. Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CaliforniaIf you've ever been interested in beekeeping but didn't know where to begin, this session is tailor-made for you. Our seasoned beekeeping expert will delve into crucial aspects, including beekeeping...
Dr. Tom Seeley: How a honey bee swarm chooses it home.
El Rio Mobile Home Park 2120 N. Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CaliforniaThe bees in a swarm make their choice of their new dwelling place collectively and democratically. They stake their future on a process that includes collective fact-finding, vigorous debate, and...
SPLITS
El Rio Mobile Home Park 2120 N. Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CaliforniaSplits in beekeeping refer to the intentional division of a single hive into multiple colonies, allowing beekeepers to expand their beekeeping operation or prevent swarming. This practice involves carefully separating...
May Madness: Beekeeping Seasonal Management for Peak Honey Production
El Rio Mobile Home Park 2120 N. Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CaliforniaIn May, beekeepers focus on maximizing honey production as nectar flows peak in many regions. They monitor hive health closely, ensuring adequate space for the expanding colony and managing swarming...
“Queen Rearing (with Grafting Demo)” by Aiden Wing
El Rio Mobile Home Park 2120 N. Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CaliforniaJoin us for an enlightening session on Queen Rearing with a focus on grafting techniques, presented by the experienced beekeeper Aiden Wing. This meeting will offer a practical demonstration of...
Protect Your Bees from Varroa Mites
El Rio Mobile Home Park 2120 N. Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CaliforniaThe upcoming bee guild meeting on Wednesday will focus on an important topic for beekeepers: protecting honey bees from Varroa mites. Varroa mites are a significant threat to honey bee...
Guild Meeting: October 2, 2024
El Rio Mobile Home Park 2120 N. Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CaliforniaWe invite all beekeepers and bee enthusiasts to our monthly guild meeting. This gathering provides an opportunity to: We encourage members to bring questions and share observations from their apiaries....
November 6, 2024: Gifts from the hive
El Rio Mobile Home Park 2120 N. Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CaliforniaJoin us for an engaging presentation on creating products from your hive's resources. Penny Cotter and Dick Vennerbeck will share their expertise in beeswax crafting, including candle making, lip balm...
December 4, 2024: Holiday Potluck
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...
Spring Awakening: Managing Overwintered Hives
El Rio Mobile Home Park 2120 N. Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CaliforniaJoin 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...