Introduction to Beekeeping

This series is presented by the Brown County Beekeepers Association and is designed to educate new and novice beekeepers.

Prior to January 17, 2026 - watch three videos to prepare you for in class learning. Total time required will be less than 2 hours.

January 17, 2026 (8:00am - 2:30pm Central Time) is a live, in-person presentation at the Great Lakes Energy Education Center on the campus of Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. Park in parking lot G and use Entrance E2. We are in room E201. Booyah lunch will be provided.

May 16, 2026 (8:00 - 10:00am Central Time)is hands-on, in person learning at a beehive. Scheduled to be at the Green Bay Botanical Garden. Date may change based upon the weather. In person meeting is subject to local, state, and health department guidance.

During the 3 part course, attendees receive an understanding of:

Bee breeds and basic physiology

Bee development timeline and colony cycles

Hive types, basic beekeeping equipment

Hive location, purchasing bees, and their installation

Basic bee diseases, parasites, mites and how to treat them

Personal protection and annual hive maintenance

Networking opportunities with experienced beekeepers

Price: Individual or Head of Family $50 and additional family members $40 each (plus the Event Brite fees).

Click the "Tickets" button above to reserve your spot .

Tickets limited so sign up early

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