Bristol County Beekeepers Association

2025 Beginner’s Beekeeping Course 

Tuesday evenings 7:00 – 9:00

February 3 – March 31, 2026

Who Should Attend?

This course is perfect for anyone interested in bees!
Whether you are:

• Considering starting beekeeping

• A beginner seeking more knowledge

• Simply curious about honeybees

Course Details

• Location: All classes are held in person at Bristol Aggie.

• Schedule:

  • Day & Time: Tuesday evenings, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (includes a 15-minute break).

  • End Date: Classes are currently scheduled to end on March 31st.

  • Contingency: A make-up date is scheduled for April 7th if any class cancellations occur (pushing the schedule back a week).

  • Bonus: A follow-up continued education class will be held in September.

Topics Covered

The curriculum provides a comprehensive introduction to beekeeping, including:

• Honeybee Biology

• Acquiring Your First Bees

• Buying or Building a Beehive

• Colony Management and seasonal care (what to do during the four seasons)

• Forage (plants for the bees)

• Diseases and treatment

• Queens

Cost and Benefits

The cost is $50, which includes:

• All lectures and handouts.

• A one-year individual membership to the Bristol County Beekeepers Association.

Networking Opportunities

You'll have plenty of time for Q&A sessions and a chance to speak with:

• Experienced Beekeepers (veterans who manage large apiaries and produce significant honey yields).

• Fellow Newcomers

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All classes are scheduled to be held in person:
Bristol Aggie - Student Commons in Building 14
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