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Claro Bees opening hours from 05 March 2022 from 09:30 till 12.00 on Saturday CARD ONLY PAYMENTS! Please keep an eye on the website Claro Bees section for further information
THIS YEARS AGM!! minutes will appear on the member only page shortly
Please sign the DO NOT IMPORT BEES petition https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/577603
Asian Hornet Action Team next training day will be announced soon was a great success if interested in joining the team contact Toni our AHAT co-ordinator Check out the Asian Hornet page
Anyone interested in helping with the programs group to help arrange on talks about all types of beekeeping topics and general get togethers i.e. a spring or summer BBQ please get in touch email Kevin_pocock@hotmail.com Read more
The programs group are hopeful to organise some interesting evenings of talks starting in March (covid permitting) please keep an eye on the events calendar Read more
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Claro Bees opening hours from 05 March 2022 from 09:30 till 12.00 on Saturday CARD ONLY PAYMENTS! Please keep an eye on the website Claro Bees section for further information
THIS YEARS AGM!! minutes will appear on the member only page shortly
Please sign the DO NOT IMPORT BEES petition https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/577603
Asian Hornet Action Team next training day will be announced soon was a great success if interested in joining the team contact Toni our AHAT co-ordinator Check out the Asian Hornet page
Anyone interested in helping with the programs group to help arrange on talks about all types of beekeeping topics and general get togethers i.e. a spring or summer BBQ please get in touch email Kevin_pocock@hotmail.com Read more
The programs group are hopeful to organise some interesting evenings of talks starting in March (covid permitting) please keep an eye on the events calendar Read more

Please note: – the 2022 Beginner Beekeeping course is now FULLY BOOKED.

           

(we are currently taking advanced bookings for the 2023 beginners course)

Beginner Beekeeping Course with HRBKA

Our 3 term Beginner Beekeeping courses begin in January or February each year. Classes are held on Monday evenings in Harrogate and at apiaries around the district. This course has been developed for complete beginners but it is also useful for beekeepers who want to improve their knowledge or who need a refresher course. All of our courses are taught by experienced members of the Harrogate & Ripon Beekeepers Association.

Successful completion of the course will provide all the skills and knowledge you need to take the Basic Assessment of the BBKA in your second season and the cost of taking this assessment is included in the course fee.

2022 Beginner Beekeeping Course

Term 1 – Starting Monday 17th January 2022 and continuing on alternate Mondays. (6 lectures plus a practical hive building session.)

These classroom-based sessions cover all you need to know to keep bees safely and well in your first year. Topics include Choosing an Apiary Site; Equipment; Natural History and Anatomy of Honey bees. You will also learn to keep accurate records and recognise potential pests and diseases.

The half day practical hive-building session covers the assembly of flat-pack hive components.

Term 2 – starting late May/early June 2022 (8 practical sessions on a weekly basis)

This second term provides tuition in practical bee-handling skills and is designed to help you handle bees safely, and to keep them healthy. First, you will be taught how to inspect, handle and care for bees by an experienced beekeeper, using colonies belonging to HRBKA. Then you will be encouraged to practise and develop these skills yourself. Finally, at the end of this term you may have an opportunity to buy bees from the association, at which point you can transfer them to your own hive and take them home. (Subject to availability).

Review of Course 1st Season and Q&A session September 2022 (1 session) Date tbc

This is an excellent opportunity for you to ask questions and have them answered by the Course Tutors, in an informal and relaxed environment.

Term 3 – starting January 2023 and continuing on alternate Mondays.

After your first beekeeping season, six more classroom-based sessions are provided. They are structured to build upon Yr 1 lessons, and to reinforce what you’ve already learnt. These more advanced sessions increase your knowledge and experience, to help you manage the best possible start to your second season of beekeeping. Modules on ‘Honey’ and ‘Wax Processing’ are included, equipping you with the skills to harvest your honey crop. Understanding UK regulations for honey also enables you to process and present it well, for sale, show or gifts.

At the end of your third term you have the knowledge and experience necessary for you to take the British Beekeeping Association Basic Assessment.

Fees for the 2022 course are £175

For more information or to register your interest please email education1@hrbka.org.uk

About HRBKA

Harrogate and Ripon Beekeepers Association is an independent association of beekeepers with a history spanning more than 90 years. It’s a registered charity with a commitment to teach new beekeepers and educate the wider public about bees and beekeeping through shows and demonstrations.

HRBKA is affiliated to the British Beekeepers Association.

© Harrogate and Ripon Beekeepers Association, registered charity number 502757.

Contact

You can contact the Chair, Treasurer, Secretary and Membership Secretary by email.

Chair:
chairman@hrbka.org.uk

Treasurer:
treasurer@hrbka.org.uk

Secretary:
secretary@hrbka.org.uk

Membership Secretary:
membership@hrbka.org.uk

Webmaster:
webmaster@hrbka.org.uk

Education:

education1@hrbka.org.uk

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