Learn Beekeeping

 

 

An Introduction to Honey Bees and Beekeeping.
In this one day beekeeping class you will learn basic facts about honey bees, plant pollination, and the fundamentals of beekeeping.

This course is for teachers, master gardeners, both new and experienced beekeepers, students, government employees, and others who are interested in learning new things.

  • Honey Bees on Frame

    Learn About Bees and Beekeeping

    From the bee lifecycle to harvesting honey - this is the perfect one day class.

  • Attendees Learn from Beekeeping Experts

    Leading Researchers and Beekeeping Experts

    Present a full array of practical beekeeping information.

  • Panel of Beekeeping Experts Answer Questions

    Ask questions from experienced Beekeepers and recognized experts.

    Our panel of beekeeping experts have decades of experience and wisdom.

  • Hive Inspection

    Participate in hive inspections

    All shortcourse attendees are eligible to attend hive inspections during the year.

  • ...

    Get hands-on training from expert beekeepers

    Beyond the classroom, hive inpections offer personal instruction

Where

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Day Hall
11345 Piedmont Ave. NE
Atlanta GA 30309


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When

    Saturday Jan. 21, 2012

    The Beekeeping Short Course is sponsored by Metro Atanta Beekeeping Association

    For more information, please contact:
    Marcia Radakovich
    marciarad@bellsouth.net 
    770-518-9180
    or Gina Gallucci:
    GinaG@mindspring.com>
    404-467-7932

Costs and Benefits

The fee for the one day course is only $95.00 and includes:

* Morning coffee and light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack.

* First class presentations by Ph.D. educators in entomology and botany, and experienced urban beekeepers.

* Displays of beekeeping equipment and hive products.

* A honey tasting.

* Educational materials related to the presentations.

* Goody bag of honey bee related items.

* Free Admission to the Atlanta Botanical Garden and free parking.