Apprentice Beekeeper

April 2nd–9th, 2022

We are currently trying to verify our in person location but it would be in Snohomish, WA. We will be social distancing with a max. of 15 people in person at one time. Virtual options are available for those who choose not to attend in person or for overflow. Virtual attendees will have the opportunity to interact with equipment, etc outside of scheduled class time.

Class Dates: April 2 & April 9 - 9:30am-4:30pm

Tickets Prices in USD

Schedule

April 2nd, 2022

9:30am – 4:30pm PDT

Day 1

April 9th, 2022

9:30am – 4:30pm PDT

Day 2

Additional Information

This course will cover all topics and more from the Washington State Beekeepers Association (WASBA) apprentice level course. The course will take place over two Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM and will be filled with practical knowledge geared at increasing your abilities as a beekeeper in Washington state and prepare you for the WASBA Apprentice Certification. Part 1:

Taxonomy of Beekeeping
Overview of Honeybees and their products
Beekeeping Equipment
Obtaining Bees
Building Your Apiary
Working with Bees
Seasonal Management: Spring/Summer
Swarms, Swarms, and more Swarms

Part 2:

Honey – From Extraction to Sales and everything in between.
Seasonal Management: Fall/Winter
Diseases & Pests – Keeping your honeybees healthy!
Pollination – The business of beekeeping.
Making your own queens
Certification attempt offered following course material.

All attendees will receive:

WASBA Apprentice Certification Course Booklet
Two Certification Attempts