Apiary Tasks by Month
Beekeeping throughout the year is a variable process. Fitting annual apiary duties with the rest of your life can be tricky. NC State Apiary Inspector Nancy Ruppert has given us a helpful list of what can be expected throughout the year for beekeepers in the Piedmont. Those outside of central North Carolina will need to adjust for local conditions. We hope you find the Piedmont North Carolina Beekeeping Calendar useful.
NCSBA Events
Events in January 2024
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Dec 31, 2023
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Jan 3, 2024
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Jan 4, 2024(1 event)
Guilford County - Beginning Beekeeping ClassGuilford County - Beginning Beekeeping Class – 1/04/2024 - 2/08/2024 $35 per individual/$40 per family. Includes 1 book, handouts, membership GCBA Membership in GCBA by enrollment in the Beginner Course makes members with hives in Guilford County eligible to take advantage of our mentoring program. Our field day, usually scheduled for May, is open to all GCBA members. Link to additional information--https://guilfordbeekeepers.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2660 Guilford Ag Center Barn Kitchen Contact: Link to registration form-- https://guilfordbeekeepers.org/forum/viewtopic.php?p=10389#p10389 |
Jan 5, 2024
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Jan 6, 2024(2 events)
Davidson County Beekeepers - Beekeeping Certification ClassesDavidson County Beekeepers - Beekeeping Certification Classes – Saturday Classes 9-12 01/06/2024 - 03/30/2024 Davidson County Agriculture Center $60 Note: Young Adults under 21 free, children 18 and under free but must be accompanied by parent. The recommended book is "The BeeKeeper's Handbook," 4th Edition, by Diana Sammataro and Alphonse Avitabile. Classes will be taught by certificated beekeepers with various ranges of experiences and beekeeping management styles. The course covers various topics needed to improve knowledge and skills and to pass the NCSBA certification written test successfully. The written test will be scheduled for Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the same location for those wishing to take the test. Contact Roger Weisner, 336-575-3974 or email: rweisner@wnccumc.net
Davidson County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping ClassDavidson County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping Class – Saturday 9 am till noon 129 Jake Shoaf Rd FREE Basic information on beekeeping covering hive components and location consideration, stocks of bees, installing and managing bees for first-year beekeepers, and information on upcoming certification program Contact Roger Weisner, 336-575-5974, email rweisner@wnccumc.net for questions
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Jan 7, 2024(1 event)
Craven-Pamlico Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping ClassCraven-Pamlico Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping Class 1/07/2024 - 2/04/2024 Craven County Cooperative Extension Center $50 per person which includes club membership for a year Contact: DJ Moran 252-638-8292
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Jan 13, 2024(3 events)
Beekeepers of the Neuse - Beginning Beekeeping ClassBeekeepers of the Neuse - Beginning Beekeeping Class All day 1/13/2024 - 2/10/2024 $70 individual registration. Family registration: $70 first family member and $40 each additional family member (includes one book). University of Mount Olive Contact: Class Contact Information: Rutherford County Beekeepers Beginning Beekeeping ClassRutherford County Beekeepers Beginning Beekeeping Class – 1/13/2024 - 2/10/2024 Rutherford County Annex Building $60 per person/$110 per couple, includes book and other materials. Cost also includes first year's membership to both the Rutherford County Beekeeper's Association as well as the NC State Beekeeper's Association. Seating is limited, so please pre-register as early as possible to secure your spot. Contact: To pre-register, send an email to rutherfordcountyncbeekeepers@gmail.com for details. Chatham County - Introduction to Beekeeping CourseChatham County - Introduction to Beekeeping Course – The Chatham County Beekeepers’ Association will conduct a one-day Introduction to Beekeeping course on January 13, 2024 at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center in Pittsboro, North Carolina. The primary audience for the school is beginner beekeepers, but others may join as a refresher. We conduct these beekeeping courses to introduce others to the joys of beekeeping and to increase the number of skilled beekeepers in our region. Plan to join us and find out how fun and rewarding beekeeping can be! Our bee schools usually sell out, and we often have to turn people away. See the flyer for our January 2024 course here. The cost of the January 2024 Introduction to Beekeeping course will be $75 for an individual attendee. Additional attendees from the same household may register for $25 per person. No refunds will be given for cancellations after December 31, 2023 |
Jan 14, 2024
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Jan 16, 2024(3 events)
Durham County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping ClassDurham County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping Class – 1/16/2024 - 3/19/2024 Cost: $65 Location: Contact: Leslie Lovett lalovett@swbell.net Mecklenburg County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping ClassMecklenburg County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping Class – 1/16/2024 - 3/19/2024 Providence Baptist Church $95 - or $80 if you want to buy your own book Mecklenburg County Beekeepers Association has offered Bee School for 20+ years. Contact: MeckBeeSchool@gmail.com - Sherron Badour, 704.968.7562 Orange County, NC - Introduction to Beekeeping CourseOrange County, NC - Introduction to Beekeeping Course – January 16-March 26, 2024. Tuesday nights 7-9 pm. Orange County NC Agricultural Center and via Zoom This course focuses on beekeeping using generally accepted beekeeping practices for traditional Langstroth-style beehives. Knowledgeable, highly-experienced instructors cover the biology of beekeeping, essential beekeeping skills, monitoring and treatment of pests and diseases, seasonal hive management and other relevant topics. https://theocba.org/education/intro-to-beekeeping-class/. Randall Austin, OCBA Bee School Headmaster, OrangeBeeClass@gmail.com. Sign up at https://theocba.org/education/intro-to-beekeeping-class/ |
Jan 17, 2024
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Jan 18, 2024(1 event)
Sampson County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping ClassSampson County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping Class – 1/18/2024 - 2/15/2024 Sampson County Agriculture Extension Livestock Conference Room Cost: Contact: Registration form: |
Jan 19, 2024
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Jan 20, 2024(4 events)
Forsyth County Beekeepers Association Bee SchoolForsyth County Beekeepers Association Bee School All day January 20 - March 2 N.C. Cooperative Extension - Forsyth County Center Cost: forsythbeesnc@gmail.com The FCBA Bee School is designed to provide you the skills and knowledge you will need to become a certified beekeeper through presentations, demonstrations, mentors, class instruction and practical experience. This will be a combination of in-person and self-directed asynchronous classes that will culminate with a practical hands-on examination of your new beekeeping skills. You will also have the opportunity to take the NCSBA Certified Beekeeping Written Exam. Cleveland County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping ClassCleveland County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping Class January 20 - February 27, 2024 Cleveland County Cooperative Extension Office $50/per person / $75 per couple. Includes book and other materials. We will have class on the 20th and 27th, with field days in April and May. Each participant will be partnered with a mentor. Contact: Davie County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping ClassDavie County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping Class – January 20-27, 2024 Davie County Library $75 per person. Includes a Beginner Beekeeping book and there will be some prizes given to some lucky attendees. Class Contact Information: If you wish to pay via cash or check, please email daviebeekeepers@gmail.com. Bee Excellent Association - Certified Beekeeping CourseBee Excellent Association - Certified Beekeeping Course January 20 - February 10, 2024 NC Wesleyan University Library, Flex Lab Cost: Class Contact Information: |
Jan 21, 2024
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Jan 23, 2024(1 event)
Wake County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping ClassWake County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping Class – January 23, 2024 - March 19,2024 Wake County Commons Building, Raleigh, NC Cost: $75 Meets Tuesday evenings 7p-9p for 9 weeks. Register online to reserve your spot. |
Jan 24, 2024
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Jan 27, 2024(2 events)
Beekeepers of Chowan County - Beekeeping 101Beekeepers of Chowan County - Beekeeping 101 8:00 am - 5:00 pm plus New Beekeeper Field Days working live bees at our Teaching Apiary TBD ONE DAY -- Saturday, January 27, 2024 from 8:00am to 5:00pm NC Cooperative Extension - Chowan County $65 per person, recommended textbook The Beekeeper's Handbook - 5th Ed. (Sammataro/Avitabile) NOT included This beginner beekeeping class will provide you with a comprehensive foundation of the basic knowledge & skills needed to set-up an apiary & properly care for honeybees. We are committed to you becoming a successful beekeeper! To simplify registration & increase flexibility, the required textbook: The Beekeeper’s Handbook - 5th Edition (2021) by Dianna Sammataro & Alphonse Avitabile is NOT included. Textbooks may be purchased for approximately $30 from most bee suppliers or online sellers. Register today! Class size is limited; your seat is guaranteed once registration & payment are completed. Onslow County - Journeyman Prep ClassOnslow County - Journeyman Prep Class – January 27, 2024 Location: Hines Farm Park and Stables Cost: Free Advanced honeybee biology, Advanced honeybee pests, Advanced honeybee diseases, and Seasonal management/catch all. The noon to 6pm schedule is deliberate to avoid a meal break. This timeline anticipates attendees will have lunch before class and pursue supper plans after class is complete. Contact: Marie Bowman |
Jan 28, 2024
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Jan 29, 2024(1 event)
Stanly County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping ClassStanly County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping Class January 29. 2024 - March 11, 2024 Stanly County Agri-Civic Center Cost: We will be using "The Beekeepers Handbook," Fifth Edition by Diana Sammataro and Alphonse Avitabile ISBN: 978-1501752612, which you can purchase online. This class will include basic and advanced training in how to prepare for, acquire, and manage honeybee colonies. A field day will be held after the final day of class. We will also offer the opportunity for you to take the Certified Beekeeper test on the last day of class. Contact Anne Houck at 980-322-3700 to pre-register. |
Jan 30, 2024(1 event)
Anson County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping ClassAnson County Beekeepers - Beginning Beekeeping Class 1/30/2024 - 3/5/2024 Ag. Extension office $35 individual/$40 family. Includes instructional materials Experienced beekeeping instructors, include active and retired state bee inspectors. Will have refreshments and end of course written exams. Future field day. |
Jan 31, 2024
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Feb 1, 2024(2 events)
Beekeepers of the Albermarle - Beginning Beekeeping ClassBeekeepers of the Albermarle - Beginning Beekeeping Class – February 1 - 22, 2024 4 Weeks + Field Day Corinth Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Cost: $45 Apply via Nadeau Farms Facebook page Cabarrus County Beekeepers - Beekeeping ClassCabarrus County Beekeepers - Beekeeping Class 2/01/2024 - 3/28/2024 Bethel Weseylan Church Fellowship building 60 per person: Includes book and membership Some things you'll learn in the class include: The Certified Beekeepers test will be given at the conclusion of the class for those students interested in taking the test. This is the first certification in the NC Master Beekeeping program. Contact:
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Feb 2, 2024
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Feb 3, 2024(4 events)
Stokes County - Beginning Beekeeping ClassStokes County - Beginning Beekeeping Class All day 2/03/2024 - 3/09/2024 Location: Cost: Early registration $55, day of $60 Brian Cain 336-978-5118 Onslow County Beginning Beekeeping ClassOnslow County Beginning Beekeeping Class – February 3, 2024 - February 24, 2024 Location: Hines Farm Park and Stables Adults $70, Students $50. Includes book and thumb drive with course materials. Contact: Marie Bowman Beekeepers of Wilkes County - Beginning Beekeeping ClassBeekeepers of Wilkes County - Beginning Beekeeping Class 2/3/2024 - 4/6/2024 3 classroom sessions + Day in the Bee Yard: 8:30am-1:00pm Wilkes Community College, Hayes Hall, Room 313 $25 under 18, $50 adult - includes all course materials and 1-year memberships in BKOW and NCSBA Payment can be mailed to: Or made in person at Wilkes Agricultural Center (2nd entrance) For questions or to reserve your spot in the course, contact Kelly Norton Pipes: president@beekeepersofwilkes.org or (336) 254-7434. Iredell County Beginning Beekeeping CourseIredell County Beginning Beekeeping Course – February 2 & 10, 2024 North Carolina Cooperative Extension $55 per person You can register online. We will send out information on what book we would like you to read beforehand so everyone will be familiar with the basics and the terminology. We will have very experience instructors teaching the different topics. There is a link on our website - iredellbeekeepers.org to register for the class. If you need to talk to someone, please contact Diane Hamby President of Iredell Beekeepers. info@iredellbeekeepers.org or cell-704-450-3241 |
Upcoming Bee Schools
- Jun 1, 2024, 8:00 am: Onslow County - Journeyman Prep Class
- Jun 8, 2024, 8:00 am: Hoke County Beekeepers - Journeyman Test Prep Class