A Reminder: Operator ID # now required to buy ALL Varroa miticides California is now enforcing a law requiring proof of an Operator ID # to purchase ALL miticides like FormicPro, MAQS, Apiguard, HopGuard and Apivar, regardless of quantity. Mann Lake and Dadant won't sell to you without it. No fee is required to get the […]
Good News and Bad News
Posted on March 22, 2023 by Cindy Holmes
First the Good News: We're having a spectacular Amazing Bee Market on Saturday, April 15 (weather permitting), from 2-4pm, at the beautiful Bluestone Meadow Lavender Farm, 2025 Carson Road, in Placerville. If you have bee-related things to sell, email [email protected] and we will get you information about when and where to set up. And Now […]
Beginners With Bees
Posted on March 12, 2023 by Cindy Holmes
Our Beginners With Bees class is coming soon. Don't miss it! This class is designed for first time beekeepers! We will be up to our elbows in the bees who live in our club apiary. Build your confidence for caring for your own new colonies. This is another class we do in small groups, and we […]
Intermediate Class March 11!
Posted on February 25, 2023 by Cindy Holmes
Our Intermediate Beekeeping class is coming soon. Don't miss it! Another step along the path from Bee-Haver to Bee Keeper! Fill out your knowledge about Varroa control. Learn what you need to hang onto your bees before they swarm, and how to collect the swarms that get away from other people's hives (free bees!). We […]
Top Bar and Intermediate Classes!
Posted on February 16, 2023 by Cindy Holmes
Curious about Top Bar hives? This class is a great introduction to this alternative style of beehive. Taught by our Top Bar guy, Chuck Jachens, he will show you how to set up and maintain bees in a top bar hive. This class is only offered once a year. Sign up today. Intermediate Beekeeping […]