HCBA 2026 BEE SCHOOL

The 2026 HCBA BEE SCHOOL is 3, full day sessions to better accomodate attendees from farther away and to allow more attendees.

Class Dates:

1. 
   January 17, 2026 9AM - 3PM (1 hour break for lunch)

   
   

2. 
   February 21, 2026 9AM - 3PM (1 hour break for lunch)

   
   

   3. April 2026 ( Date TBD - weather dependent) Class will be held outdoors at our Teaching Apiary.

This beginning bee school program will cover everything an aspiring beekeeper would need to know to start beekeeping on a hobbyist level.

One year of membership to the Hampden County Beekeepers Association is included for all attendees so they can attend more advanced classes later in the year.

Aceess to a mentor to assist you through your first year of beekeeping

Chance to win prizes including a complete beehive with bees.

Doors will be open by 8:30AM, for registration and light refreshments every class date.

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