2011 Bee School Syllabus

March 3:

Introduction to W.C.B.A. – Paul O’Connor, Bee School Director & Mary Duane, WCBA President

Guest Speaker: WCBA Honey Queen – Liz Joseph

What is Beekeeping all about? – Mary Duane

Beehives and Protective Equipment – Paul O’Connor

March 10:

Dynamics of the Hive – Ken Warchol

Sources and Installation of Packages and NUCs – Roland Sevigny

March 17:

Development and Progression of Packages and NUCs – Mary Duane

Challenges of Beekeeping – Ken Warchol

March 24:

Spring & Summer Management – Michael Bayko

Hive Assembly – Armond Provost

March 31:

Swarm Prevention & Queens – Dick Callahan

Fall Management – Bob DeBoer

April 7:

Honey Extraction – Tim Loftus

Api-Therapy – Kelly Charpentier

Bee Skit – Ken Warchol and WCBA members

April 14:

The Delicate Balance – Ken Warchol

The Panel, Bring your questions to a panel of experienced beekeepers.

April 21:

Nectar and Pollen Plants in Worcester County – Chris Messier

Open Discussion and course evaluation

Certificates and Raffle