NVBA Beekeeping Education Courses - 2023
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Beginning Beekeeping Class - are done for 2023 - Check back in December for 2024 classes
Here are some reference books we recommend:
Beekeeping Basics - Maryann Frazier - Penn State
A Field Guide to Honey Bees and Their maladies - Maryann Frazier -Penn State
Beginning Beekeeping: Everything You Need to Make Your Hive Thrive! - Tanya Phillips
Other Bee Education Courses
Online Bee Courses
Are you interested in learning more about bees and beekeeping, but don’t necessarily want to keep bees? Search the internet for local short courses or try an on-line course. Here are a couple of examples of educational alternatives to taking our course:
- North Carolina State University offers on-line, self-paced classes at various levels of mastery. It is called Beekeeper Education and Engagement System (BEES). There is a suggested donation of $25 per course.
- Pennsylvania State University offers an on-line course called “Penn State Beekeeping 101.” Course is $159. The course is open to beekeepers of all levels of experience. Enrollment gives the student access to the program and materials for a year.