2013 Beekeepers School

Announcing the 2013 Beekeepers School
hosted by the
Pikes Peak Beekeepers Association
www.pikespeakbeekeepers.org

This day and a half comprehensive course covers all aspects of beekeeping in the
Pikes Peak region. You will learn how to acquire bees and the necessary equipment to
keep them. We will demonstrate equipment assembly and honey extraction. Bee
biology and the skills to manage your bees through the four seasons, including
disease management, will be covered. All lectures are presented by… Show more local beekeepers
with years of collective knowledge.
Whether you are interested in keeping your own colonies, or simply wanting to know
more about these fascinating creatures and their wonderful product – honey, this
easy-to-follow course will open a new door into the natural world for you.
When: We have two different weekends for you to choose from:
March 16-17 or March 23-24 (Classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis)
Class times: Saturday 8am till 4:30pm and Sunday 8:30am till 2:00 pm
Where: Bear Creek Nature Center
245 Bear Creek Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Cost: $50.00 per person. Includes the book First Lessons in Beekeeping.
 For first-time Bee School students only - an additional $10 buys one year of
PPBA membership; a savings of 33% over regular membership price.
 No children under 12 years old, please. Also, children 12-16 years old will be not
allowed to attend Bee School unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Please confirm registration by March 4th with Mike or Sandy Halby
Phone (719) 528-5483 or e-mail to: mandshalby@comcast.net
There is limited seating – we had a waiting list last year!

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