Fall 2025 Beginner Beekeeper's Short Course

Learn about what it takes to become a beekeeper by attending the Fall 2025 Beginner Beekeeper’s Short Course. If you want to pollinate your crops and garden, harvest your own honey, or are just interested in learning about beekeeping, this interactive class is for you. Participants will gain an understanding of the steps and processes involved in keeping honey bees, work with an active hive during the course, and take home a jar of local honey!

The course will be held on Saturday,September 27th, 2025 from 9am-3:30pm at the UF/IFAS Clay County Extension Office. Doors open at 8:30am!

2463 State Rd 16 W

Green Cove Springs, FL 32043

Preregistration is required by September 19th. There is a $30.00 individual registration fee or $55.00 per couple for in-person tickets. To register with cash or check, please contact Cassidy at the extension office. Lunch is included!

*Youth 12 years of age or older are welcome to participate in the class but must have a ticket and be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

We also want participants to be aware that for the hive demonstration portion, we have veils and gloves to lend, however, you are welcome to bring your own equipment.

For any questions, additional information, or to register with cash or check, please contact Cassidy Dossin at 904-284-6355 or [email protected].

Host or Publisher Clay County