Keeping Bees-The Art of Beekeeping 101

Schedule

Sat Mar 14 2026 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Gwenyn Hill Farm | Waukesha, WI

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An introduction to the amazing honeybee and the world of beekeeping. Learn from a seasoned beekeeper the art and science of beekeeping.
About this Event

Discover the honeybee, power of pollination, and the amazing things you will have the opportunity to experience.

Understand the intricacies of establishing and maintaining a healthy honeybee colony.

Delve into the critical role bees play in pollinating local flora, sustaining our environment and promoting biodiversity and what you can do to help..

Learn the do’s and don’ts that can have a big impact on your success as a keeper of the bees.

Just a few things also included in the class:

-What setups to use with your bees and how to get bees

-What do you need to get started

-What to do now that you have your bees

-What to have on your checklist to help keep your bees healthy and what to look for

-Learn about the honey flow, honey stores, pests predators & diseases

-Explore swarms & splits

-Preparing for Winter in July

Quentin has been the beekeeper with Gwenyn Hill Farm since the farm started and has been very instrumental promoting pollination and education of the importance of pollinators of all kinds for our environment. His years of experience with the bees, willingness to educate others and desire to attain the healthiest colonies achievable makes him a true ambassador for the bees.



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Gwenyn Hill Farm, N130W294 Bryn Dr, Waukesha, United States

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USD 42.00 to USD 57.75

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