# Event Details - **Event Name**: Bees 204: Colony Increase 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for Colony Increase 204, where we'll explore ways to grow and expand your apiary together!About this EventDates: April 18, May 2, 9, 16 (30th alt bad weather day)Time: 10: am - 1:pmLocation: 1400 Quincy St. NE, Washington DCPrerequisite:short course or equivalent and one year of experienceOrTwo years of experince and demonstrated knowlegeDescription:The Colony Increase Workshop can be taken separately or as an add on to the Queen Rearing Workshop. The workshop will consist of classroom instruction, hands-on activity, homework, and a final evaluative quiz.Topics:The right time to make splits and nucsAssessing a colony for increase potentialWhat's in a nucQueen introduction techniquesWalk-away splitsSwarmsCaring for new coloniesEvaluating for success - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/bees-204-colony-increase-2026/100001977675544792 - **Event Categories**: workshops, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 80, max: 150, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Bee CARE Institute at the Franciscan Monastery Garden Guild - **lat**: 38.9274061 - **long**: -76.9729472 - **full address**: Bee CARE Institute at the Franciscan Monastery Garden Guild, 1400 Quincy Street NE, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Bees 204: Colony Increase 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/661d7a9d5034312af2d552a0357e1e4b37fb649aa4708022d4231e101762176a-rimg-w1200-h655-dc486045-gmir.jpg?v=1765866676 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Bees 204: Colony Increase 2026 being held? - **A:** Bees 204: Colony Increase 2026 takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Bee CARE Institute at the Franciscan Monastery Garden Guild, 1400 Quincy Street NE, Washington, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Bees 204: Colony Increase 2026? - **A:** Ticket prices for Bees 204: Colony Increase 2026 range from USD 80 to USD 150 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityColony Increase 204USD 150Available2 for 1 AdmissionUSD 80Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Bees 204: Colony Increase 2026? - **A:** Bees 204: Colony Increase 2026 is organized by Bee CARE Institute. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Bees 204: Colony Increase 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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