The second meeting of Carson Valley Beekeepers will be Thursday, June 18, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the UNR Cooperative Extension. 2621 Northgate Lane, Suite 15, in Carson City.
On May 28th we invited beekeepers to gather to initiate regular meetings of beekeepers living in the Carson City area and were delighted when seventeen interested people attended. The meeting was open to practicing beekeepers, new-bees, and people who are interested in learning more about the art and science of beekeeping. The meeting time and day were selected to not be in conflict with other beekeepers organizations in the area.
The seventeen people included beekeepers that have years of experience and those who were working their way through the challenges of beekeeping for the first time. Del Barber led the group introductions and provided a demonstration about building swarm boxes. As anyone who has ever met an enthusiastic beekeeper knows, they are full of ideas and stories about how the honey bee managed to outsmart them.
Adults and youth are welcome to join our group. The meetings focus on topics requested by the group and provide opportunities for free flowing discussion about beekeeping. Being a practicing beekeeper is not a prerequisite for attending the meetings. Gardeners with knowledge of local plant life are especially helpful for beekeepers. Contact 541-249-0160 or goldentriangleapiary@gmail.com for further information.
Did you know the bees are the only insects that make food for people and that every third bite that people eat is there because of bees and other pollinators? Join us to learn more about honey bees!
Bee Happy!
Del and Myrna Barber