Upcoming Beekeeping Classes and Events

Experience the buzz at the Georgia Beekeepers Association Conference! This can’t-miss event features an impressive lineup of experts who will share cutting-edge research and practical wisdom to elevate your beekeeping skills. Browse diverse vendor offerings, connect with fellow bee enthusiasts from across the region, and don’t miss Friday’s special dinner featuring Hilary Kearney’s entertaining talk, followed by awards and Master Beekeeper program testing results. Whether you’re a seasoned apiarist or just beginning your journey with bees, this knowledge-packed conference promises to inspire, educate, and energize your beekeeping practice!

Registration looks a little different this year. You will register for the Friday night dinner on a separate form after you register for the conference. The link will be in your registration email. Also, in order for the committee to be able to properly plan to accommodate as many people as possible (and avoid what happened last year when we sold out) we will CLOSE REGISTRATION ON SEPTEMBER 5. There will be no late or walk-in registration.

If you’re thinking about starting a backyard beehive or are just curious about what’s involved with keeping bees, then this is a great introductory class for you. The class is designed for absolute beginners so, no prerequisite knowledge is required. You can walk in knowing absolutely nothing about bees and walk out ready to get started with your own backyard beehive! You will also have the opportunity to see Hilary’s backyard apiary design as this class takes place in her new outdoor classroom space.

• No bee suit  necessary
• Recommended for ages 8+
• 3 hours

Want a unique and educational experience unlike anything you’ve done before? Girl Next Door Honey takes adults and kids (recommended age 7+) into the heart of a beehive! Thousands of buzzing bees fly around you as we explain how these tiny, yet powerful creatures work and live. Bee suits will be provided— all you need to bring is your sense of fun and adventure! Learn the fascinating inner workings of the hive and why bees are vital to the local and global ecosystem.

***This event is educational, but it is not a beekeeping class. You will learn about interesting honey bee behaviors, but not how to properly care for them. If your intention is to become a beekeeper, our hive inspection class will be a better fit.***

Gift certificates are available for the Beehive Tour. Click here if you’d like to purchase one. Can’t make the date you signed up for? Read our cancellation policy in the FAQ section. We require at least two week’s notice prior to the tour date. No exceptions.

PLEASE DO NOT attend our tours if: you or anyone in your group currently or within the past fourteen (14) days has experienced any symptoms associated with COVID-19, which include fever, cough, and shortness of breath among others; OR if you or anyone in your group believes that they may have been exposed to a confirmed or suspected case of COVID-19 or have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and are not yet cleared as non-contagious by state or local public health authorities or the health care team responsible for their treatment.

If you’re thinking about starting a backyard beehive or are just curious about what’s involved with keeping bees, then this is a great introductory class for you. The class is designed for absolute beginners so, no prerequisite knowledge is required. You can walk in knowing absolutely nothing about bees and walk out ready to get started with your own backyard beehive! You will also have the opportunity to see Hilary’s backyard apiary design as this class takes place in her new outdoor classroom space.

• No bee suit  necessary
• Recommended for ages 8+
• 3 hours