In this three-week course and following field day, you will learn how to start your first year in beekeeping.
This beginner’s course will be led by a mix of other local experts. In addition to the classroom sessions, there will be a bonus Field Day in our teaching apiary (weather permitting), with some hands-on inspections. The Field day will be a Sat/Sun in early April.
Beekeeping 101 is just the beginning of learning about bees and beekeeping. Fortunately, our meetings and other club resources are here to supplement your journey beyond the classroom instruction.
We will focus on building a foundation for beekeeping that includes:
- Practical solutions you can do at the hive
- Stress the timing of certain management practices
- How to read the frames
- Understanding risk in hive management
What’s important isn’t that you know all the bee facts, but that you know when and where to look for information when needed.
2026 Course
March 12th
Guest Speaker: TBD
March 19th
Guest Speaker: TBD
March 26th
Guest Speaker: TBD
April 4th – Hive Dive
Guest Speakers:
- Cybil Preston, Pests & Diseases
- Steven Cason, Beginners requeening & splits
You must be a Member to take this class ($20/year). Members are invited to attend our monthly meetings. You will also receive full members-only access to our website, lending library, and teaching apiary. Everyone is welcome!
Details
Fees:
- $50 for CMBA Members
- FREE for students in Baltimore City and County, Carroll County, and Harford County
Schedule:
- Thursdays March 12th, 19th, and 26th at 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
- Saturday April 4th at 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Space is limited to 50 – 55 individuals
Location
Center for Maryland Agriculture and Farm Park | Baltimore County Government
114 Shawan Road
Cockeysville, MD 2103014108878570 (tel:+14108878570)