Raising Honeybees in the Suburbs

After taking a few entomology classes at the University of Minnesota. I discovered with fascination the world of insects, especially honey bees. It will be my seventh year as a beekeeper and I am sure a new adventure as well.

Thursday, August 07, 2014

Beekeeping Classes in Eden Prairie, MN Fall 2014


Hello all,

I am so excited to be teaching this fall in Eden Prairie.
Again few beekeeping classes will be offered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
They will take place at the Eden Prairie Education Center: 


                                    8040 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie MN 55344

             Website:    https://edenprairie.thatscommunityed.com/search/beekeeping%22 

                                        Phone(952)975-6900

                                       Mark your Calendar & Register Early
                                            I hope to see many of you!

Beekeepers in action!




1. Exploring Beekeeping
Wednesday, September 24, 2014 from 6:30-8:30pm
Price: $15
Location: Eden Prairie Education Center         Room: 201
                 8040 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie MN 55344

This two-hour course offers an introduction and brief overview of beekeeping. It will cover: city ordinances, equipment, time and financial requirements, races of honey bees, beehives location, obtaining and installing your new bees, honey plants and bee food needs, pollination, pesticides, as well as helping your honey bees to stay healthy. If you are interested in keeping honey bees, but not yet sure how to start, this class is for you. After taking this course, you will be able to make a well-informed decision about keeping bees in your backyard. Limit: 25

2. Backyard Beekeeping I
Wednesdays: October 8, 22 and 29, 2014 (no classes October 15) From 6:30-8:30pm
Price: $35
Location: Eden Prairie Education Center   Room: 201
                8040 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie MN 55344

What's the buzz? Join part 1 of our backyard beekeeping class! It is an introduction to keeping bees by learning the basic beekeeping skills: history, honeybee society and biology, equipment, hive products and more! Learn much of what you need to know to start a new hobby -- caring for and enjoying your own honeybees. Limit: 25

3. Backyard Beekeeping II
Wednesdays: November 5, 12 and 19, 2014 from 6:30-8:30pm
Price: $35
Location: Eden Prairie Education Center Room: 201
                8040 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie MN 55344

Looking to take your backyard beekeeping skills to the next level? In part 2 of our Backyard Beekeeping series, you will learn all about seasonal colony management like fall harvest and processing. We will also discuss bee health and what you can do to keep your hive healthy. At the end of this class series, you will have all the knowledge necessary to create, cultivate and grow a thriving beehive! Limit: 25

https://edenprairie.thatscommunityed.com/search/beekeeping%22


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