Overwintering Honey Bees

Learn how to winterize a beehive and how to care for bees in the winter at Overwintering Honey Bees on Sunday, Nov. 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. in The Studio and outside at the beehives.

Instructor and master beekeeper Maggie Wachter will demonstrate the main steps for preparing hives to withstand winter so bees can emerge strong and healthy in the spring.

$20/person*. Register at https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/overwintering-honey-bees/. Registration will close Nov. 21 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

*Students should dress appropriately for beekeeping (loose-fitting long sleeves and pants, no open shows) and bring a protective bee veil and unscented rubber gloves.

Learn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Olivia Bunting at b3dhcnJlbiB8IGlsbGlub2lzICEgZWR1.

By attending, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.

You may also like the following events from Allerton Park and Retreat Center:

• This Saturday, 22nd November, 09:00 am, Mammals of Illinois in Monticello
• Next Friday, 28th November, 09:30 am, Arboretum Yoga for Gratitude in Monticello
• Next month, 1st December, 05:00 pm, Needlefelt Snowman in Monticello

Also check out other Workshops in Monticello.