We remember firsthand what it felt like to jump into beekeeping- the excitement, the questions, the concerns, and the overwhelming feeling of so much to learn! Join Blake, a nationally recognized speaker, teacher, and lifelong beekeeper as he simplifies beekeeping and teaches you everything you need to successfully manage bees! This class is curated from thousands of hours of teaching experience, and is applicable no matter where you plan to keep bees in the USA!
Successful beekeeping is an art and a science. This class will give you a healthy dose of both!
Flexible
Learn at your own pace when it is convenient for you and have fun in the process.
Affordable
For a limited time we are offering this course for $49.99!
Class Topics:
IMPORTANCE OF BEES & CLASS OVERVIEW
Why bees & basic beekeeping matters
PROTECTIVE GEAR
Protective equipment
Smoker usage & lighting
Hive tools, bee brushes, frame grip, other tools
What to do when you get stung & normal/abnormal response
Review/Quiz
WOODENWARE
Hive components
Hive Assembly
Review/Quiz
TYPES OF BEES
Breeds of bees
Worker Bees
Queen
Drones
Review/Quiz
IDENTIFICATION
In Hive ID
Bee ID
Comb Color
Review/Quiz
PESTS & DISEASES
Pests & disease overview
Varroa Overview
Varroa symptoms
Testing for varroa
Treating for varroa
Small Hive Beetle Overview & ID
SHB Control
Saving slimed frames
Wax moth Overview & ID
Wax moth control
Saving wax moth frames
EFB
AFB
CHALKBROOD
CCD, Murder Hornets, Africanized bees
Bears, skunks, birds, ants
Review/Quiz
OBTAINING BEES
Obtaining Bees Overview
Catching swarms
Making splits
Bee removals
Package bees
Nucs
Hives
Review/Quiz
MANAGING YOUR HIVES
Hive placement
When & how to inspect your hive
Finding & Replacing Queens
Review/Quiz
-Feeding
Feeding Syrup-Why & What
Types of feeders
When to feed
How to mix syrup & feed
How bees gather, Feeding pollen sub-why & what
When to feed pollen sub
How to feed
Review/Quiz
-Adding Boxes
When & why to add a second brood box
When & how to add supers
Review/Quiz
PRODUCING & HARVESTING HONEY
How bees make honey
What to expect year 1
When & how much honey to harvest
How to harvest honey
Extracting honey
Bottling honey
Post harvest hive care
Review/Quiz
PERSONALIZED APPLICATION
A step-by-step guide for what to do and when from getting bees in the spring (packages) through to next spring.
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Linda K.
The beginners bee keeping course was invaluable for me on my new journey of keeping bees. The course was well thought out and flowed perfectly. It was taught in a way in which I understood everything easily. I highly recommend this course for a new beek.
Linda Kirkland
Allan R.
Great class. Very informative.
Debra G.
This class was excellent but when I tried to go back in to finish the class, I cannot find it! Seems like it should be associated with my account so I can easily find the link. Please help!
Irish P.
This class was absolutely fabulous! The ability to take it online was what we truly needed, as we are pretty remote and could never have made a class in person. The class was affordable and filled with tons of great information! I was able to take notes and screenshots in order to make myself a reference book to refer back to, and the website and videos allowed me to look ahead and better prepare for next steps. Thank you, TBS, for all your hard work! We appreciate you! = )
Leonard R.
I was very excited to start a beehive on my new acreage, but I didn't know anything about the process. After taking your class I feel a lot more prepared and knowledgeable. The class was extremely well done, showing me what to do, what to look for, and how to be a successful beekeeper. Because of this class, I believe I am ready to start this new venture. Thank you for a job well done!
BEEKEEPING 101
How to keep yourself protected from your bees
You will need to protect yourself! Our full Super Suit is going to protect you from almost 100% of bee stings, and last for years. However, if you are on a budget, or don’t mind the occasional sting, you can purchase any other options!
We are happy to offer free store pickup and free shipping on orders over $99
If you’re looking to return or exchange your order for whatever reason, we're here to help! We offer free returns or exchanges within 30 days of receiving your order.
