INTRODUCTION TO BEEKEEPING
Spring 2025

** REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE 2025 SPRING CLASS

Deadline is February 7, 2025  

classes.piedmontbeeks@gmail.com

E-Registration forms available at our FB page under the “Files” tab, or request via email, or just come to our regular meeting on January 16, 7:00PM.

A class, including online classroom work, field work, and a textbook will be offered Spring 2025, Cost: $80 per individual. Add a family member from same address for $10, no textbook..

When:
Saturdays 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

February 15, March 1, March 15, and March 29, 2025

Where:
Fellowship Hall, Centenary UMC, 1501 Rivermont Ave, Lynchburg

Content:
Equipment & supplies needed
Assembly of hive components
The history of beekeeping
The best ways to acquire bees
Biology and life cycle of honeybees
Seasonal colony management
Techniques for managing pests and predators
Local floral (forage) sources
Hands-on establishment of new colonies

$80.00 Tuition includes:
16 hours online classroom instruction
1 textbook
1 year’s membership in Piedmont Beekeepers Association