January 2017 Steering Committee Meeting
Meeting of the steering committee to discuss topics for the new year.
Free Beekeeping Overview – to Bee or not to Bee
This workshop is presented by Guild member Karla DeLong through Mountain Feed and Farm Supply in Ben Lomond. Interested 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. RSVP is required...
February 2017 Bee Guild Meeting
This will be the first Santa Cruz Beekeepers Guild Gathering of 2017. Karla Delong is stepping down as Mistress of Ceremonies after a three year run - we are very grateful for her dedication, knowledge, and energy. We are happy to announce that Emily Bondor and Peter Cornelius have agreed to be co-presidents for the year...
Beekeeping Workshop – Splits
This workshop is presented by Mountain Feed and Farm Supply in Ben Lomond. If 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. Topics...
March 2017 Guild Meeting
🐝 6:30 to 7 Q & A - we encourage folks to ask questions and address issues with their colonies (esp new beekeepers) Also TBH issues discussed. 🐝 7:00 What to Expect This Month: What's going on in the apiary and what to watch for in the coming month as the rain is upon...
Basics of Beekeeping
This short class is presented by Guild member Emily Bondor through TimeBank Santa Cruz. This 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...
Beekeeping Basics and Honeybee Biology – Part 1
This 2-part class is presented by Guild Member Emily Bondor through the Cabrillo Extension. Whether 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! This course covers hive structure,...
Beekeeping Basics and Honeybee Biology – Part 2
This is the second part in a 2-part class is presented by Guild Member Emily Bondor through the Cabrillo Extension. Whether 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...
April 2017 Guild Meeting
🐝 6:30 to 7 PACKAGE INSTALLATION DEMONSTRATION: for those who are not familiar with the process come early for this quick review of options for moving a package of bees to your hive. 🐝 Q & A -come and ask your questions and address issues with your colonies. New beekeepers -...
Bee-Friendly Garden – How to Create a Bee Sanctuary in Your Backyard
This class is presented by Guild member Emily Bondor through Cabrillo Extension. Would 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...