Monthly Archives: May 2014

June 3 Meeting

7:00-7:30 Beginners Session, Q&A: Hive Checks and Supering, Nectar Flows, Nectar Sources, Pollen Sources & Collecting, Migratory Beekeeping (Robert Clark) Each month, long-time beekeeper Robert Clark presents topics based on an annual, local beekeeping management calendar, with emphasis on basic … Continue reading

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US National Pesticide Center beefs up mobile presence

The US National Pesticide Center offers answers to questions about correct pesticide use to users of smartphones or tablets, thanks to expanded online services offered by the National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) at Oregon State University. NPIC’s website and mobile … Continue reading

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Webinar on Varroa Mites – Tuesday 5/13/2014

Here is a webinar of interest to serious beekeepers on Tuesday, 5/13. Apologies for the short notice. What: The USDA Carl Hayden Bee Research Center is holding a webinar on Varroa mites. Dr. Gloria DeGrandi-Hoffman will discuss Varroa mite population … Continue reading

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Apiary Program

Weather permitting, we’ll be kicking off our apiary program tonight starting at 6:00. The apiary program is open to existing members and provides hands-on learning in the club’s apiary. On the docket for tonight: * Placement of nucs. * Inspection … Continue reading

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