Buzzing Into Beekeeping: Beginner Beekeeping Short Course 101

Name: Buzzing Into Beekeeping: Beginner Beekeeping Short Course 101
Start: 2026-03-14T08:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-14T15:30:00-04:00
Location: UF / IFAS Extension Duval County Agriculture

Schedule

Sat Mar 14 2026 at 08:30 am to 03:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

UF / IFAS Extension Duval County Agriculture | Jacksonville, FL

Join the Jacksonville Beekeepers Association for their Beginner Beekeeping Short Course 101, a comprehensive introduction to the art and science of beekeeping!
🗓 When: Saturday, March 14, 20206
⏰ Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Check in begins at 8:00 AM. PLEASE BRING YOUR PRINTED TICKET!
📍 Where: Duval County UF/IFAS Extension Office, 1010 McDuff Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32254
💲 Cost: 45.00
Secure your tickets here, https://www.jaxbees.com/event-details/buzzing-into-beekeeping-beginner-beekeeping-short-course-101-1/form
This event is perfect for beginners or anyone eager to take their first steps into the fascinating world of bees. The course will consist of 2 sessions; classroom and apiary.
What’s in Store?
🐝 Expert Presentations: Learn from local beekeeping experts on essential topics, including:
- Getting Started in Beekeeping: Site Selection and Installing Bees – Josh Cox
- Rules and Regulations – Bry Roberson, State Bee Inspector
- Beekeeping Tools – Lori Hart
- Biology, Pest, and Diseases - Bry Roberson, State Bee Inspector
- Sustainable Beekeeping: Making Increases (Splits) – Myron Beachy

🐝 Essential Resources: Attendees will receive a binder with valuable information, copies of all presentations, and space to take notes.
🐝 Lunch Included: Enjoy a lunch provided by Firehouse Subs as part of this fun and educational day. Please include sandwich preference when registering; ham, turkey or veggie.
🐝 Apiary Tour: Gear up and join an experienced beekeeper for a hands-on hive inspection at our apiary, weather permitting. See the bees up close and learn their secrets! Rules for apiary tour:
All participants must have a signed waiver. Wear appropriate attire - bee suit/jacket, bee veil, bee/garden style gloves, long pants, long sleeves, socks and closed toe and heel shoes. Limited amount of club veils available, FCFS. Do not wear cologne/perfume/body sprays.

Take the first step toward your beekeeping adventure – we’re excited to see you there! 🐝✨