Join us for Iowa’s premier beekeeping class! This eight-session, year-long series is designed for individuals serious about keeping bees. It will take the participant through the annual cycle of beekeeping from establishing a hive to harvesting and marketing the honey produced. You will gain valuable hands-on experience by working in the Indian Creek Nature Center Educational Apiary, or your own hives! Participants must register online (no walk-ups will be accepted), and must be in attendance at this first class. Classes fill quickly!
Cost: $90 M; $100 NM
Recommended Text: The Beekeeper's Handbook, 4th edition by Diane Sammataro and Alphonse Avitabile (available for purchase in the Nature Center Creekside Shop).
Lecture Dates (6-8:30pm @ Amazing Space Auditorium 5300 Otis Rd): February 7, March 13, July 17, October 9
Field Dates (Times vary @ Educational Apiary 6665 Otis Rd)*: April 19 from 1-4pm, May 16 from 9-11am, August 8 from 9-11am
*Proper beekeeping attire required.
Bee Packet Pick-up (anticipated to be late April): pick up your packet if purchased through the Nature Center
Honey Extraction: Open for class participants mid August - late September (call 319-362-0664 to reserve space)