W.H.A.T.
Last week we ordered an unpainted hive online and it was delivered much quicker than we thought. That’s great, because the exterior will need to be painted before placing it in the yard.
On Saturday we bought a fully painted hive and Continue reading “Equipment”
Last spring we both took classes in Lawrence, KS on beginning beekeeping. It was sponsored by the Northeast Kansas Beekeepers Association ( NEKBA ) and held on two consecutive Sundays at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. We will both be taking it again this year as a refresher, right before we get our new bee packages this spring. That should be around the first of April.
Another great event for beginners is the NEKBA Fun Day held annually in June. It’s a full day of instruction, hands on with bees and hives, and a chance to swap stories with established beekeepers and other newbies, like we are. Be sure to ask 5 different beekeepers the same question. Continue reading “Newbee Classes”