Beekeeping 101

About This Event

This introductory course provides a foundational understanding of honey bee biology, beekeeping practices, and pollinator conservation. Participants will learn how honey bee colonies function, why bees are important to ecosystems and food systems, and what responsible beekeeping looks like in practice. The class combines an engaging classroom lecture with a guided, hands-on experience in a live apiary. By the end of this course, participants will: Understand basic honey bee biology and colony structure Learn the history and purpose of beekeeping Recognize the role of honey bees in pollination Become familiar with hive components and beekeeping equipment Safely observe and assess a live honeybee colony