Introduction to Beekeeping 🐝
Schedule
Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
700 S Airport Rd, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62707 | Springfield, IL
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**Registration Closed**Explore the fascinating world of honey bees and the steps to becoming a beekeeper at “Introduction to Beekeeping”! 🐝
This series of classes is designed for someone interested in starting beekeeping or who would just like to learn more about honey bees.
Experienced beekeepers will cover topics including:
—Life of the bee
—Common pests and diseases
—Bee equipment and assembly
—New package installation
—How to inspect a hive
—How to care for the colony
The six-part series will be offered in person and via zoom on Thursdays from February 12 to March 19 from 6-7:30 p.m.
Registration fee of $45 includes a copy of a "First Lessons in Beekeeping" book for supplementary learning.
Class size is limited, so register soon!
This program is offered by University of Illinois Extension Logan-Menard-Sangamon Unit, Sangamon County Farm Bureau, and Prairie State Beekeepers.
If you have questions or need a reasonable accommodation, call the Illinois Extension office at (217) 782-4617.
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