2015 Beekeeping Classes offered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota

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The beekeeping classes that were offered this fall 2014 in Eden Prairie were a great success! Students learned about a new fascinating hobby, and discovered the world of bees. It was wonderful to see so many people interested in honey bees and beekeeping.

We are also lucky that in Eden Prairie, MN; residents can keep honey bees on their lot. The new ordinance was voted in January 2014, and already few people have colonies.

Therefore I wanted to let you know that I will again be teaching few  beekeeping classes in 2015. All classes will take place at:

                      EDEN PRAIRIE COMMUNITY EDUCATION
                                         8040 Mitchell Road
                                       Eden Prairie, MN 55344

                                      To register call:  952-975-6940

              OR visit the website: https://edenprairie.thatscommunityed.com


Here are the classes:

Exploring Beekeeping 
Wednesday, January 28, 2015  From 6:30-8:30 pm
Education Center in E.P. Room # 319
Cost: $ 15

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. And, if you would like to pursue beekeeping, Eden Prairie Community Education will offer other beekeeping courses as part of their spring course offerings.

Backyard Beekeeping I
Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17 2015  From 6:30-8:30pm
Education Center in E.P. Room # 319
Cost: $35

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 honey bees.

NEW CLASS Beekeeping in Minnesota: The First Year
Wednesdays February 25 & March 4, 2015
Education Center in E.P. Room # 201
Cost: $25

This class will teach you what you need to know to be a good beekeeper, keeping honey bees in Minnesota. From the time you get your bees, to the tasks that need to be done in your bee yard to be successful throughout your first year. I will teach you the techniques necessary to keep healthy bees and to be a happy beekeeper.
Prerequisite: Exploring Beekeeping

Backyard Beekeeping II
Tuesdays, March 10,17, and 24 2015 From 6:30-8:30pm
Education Center in E.P. Room # 319
Cost: $35

Looking to take your backyard beekeeping skills to the next level? 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 the knowledge necessary to create, cultivate and grow a thriving beehive!

Register soon & Hope to see many of you in class next year! And more will follow!