Beekeeping is an on-going journey of learning.
This class will give you the knowledge to start that adventure.
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PREREQUISITES
Honey bees are living creatures. "Keeping" them is a commitment - you will need to actively care for them, including applying pest treatments, feeding them, helping them survive when they become weak and guiding their growth when they are strong (and much more).
For this reason, in advance of signing up for the class, all prospective students are required to watch our 45 minute video "Is Beekeeping Right for You". CLICK TO VIEW
LOGISTICS
- TWO SATURDAYS: February 28 & March 7, 2026 plus 1 Field Session (TBD)
- TIME: 8:30AM - 4:30PM (with 45 minute bring-your-own lunch break)
- LOCATION: (In-Person Only) Montgomery County Agricultural Fairgrounds -16 Chestnut St, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 / Heritage Building. Click for Google Map Directions
- PARKING: Free
- LEARN: Entry level beekeeping (enough to start your learning adventure)
- TEACHERS: Experienced Beekeepers, including EAS & Cornell Certified Master Beekeepers
- COST: Lifetime Members: $80, Annual Members $115 (MCBA Membership Required)
- TEXT BOOK: "The Beekeeper's Handbook" 5th Edition INCLUDED FREE. ($30 value)
- MAX CLASS SIZE: 45 students
TOPICS COVERED
- Honey Bee Biology (can’t keep them if you don’t know them)
- Equipment & Ordering Bees
- Working Bees
- Spring/Summer Management
- Varroa Mites
- Other Pests
- Products of the Hive
LOCATION PHOTO
ENROLLMENT
MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED TO ENROLL, AND ATTEND THE COURSE
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