BEE-GINNER ORIENTATION, INTERMEDIATE BRUSH-UP, and “OLD-TIMER” HANG-OUT SOCIAL TIME:

WHEN: Sunday, January 21
TIME: 1:00 pm (Arrive anytime after 12:30 to hang out, equipment presentation starts at 1:00 sharp!)
WHERE: OBX BeeKeepers’ Guild president Denise Deacon’s house, 1101 Colleton Ave, Kitty Hawk

BEE-GINNERS:
There are many considerations when getting started…
Still not sure which hive design you’d like to start with?
Do you want to use foundation or go natural?
8 frames or 10?
Do you really need protective gear… full suit, jacket or just hood?
Where to place your hive(s)?

Come view some of the different hives (Langstroth, top bar and horizontal), clothing and other options in person and get a better feel for what might work for you. If you have an idea where you want your hive but not sure, bring photos of your site for input.

SECOND-YEAR/INTERMEDIATE:
If you started with one style hive and want more information about other styles, this is for you as well! Questions for those more experienced? Mingle with the “old-timers” to ask their point-of-view.

“OLD-TIMERS/ADVANCED”:
You already know a bit about beekeeping and are comfortable with your choices, but have nothing better to do on a chilly January Sunday afternoon? C’mon over and talk bees with the Bee-ginners and Intermediates!

Arrive anytime after 12:30, but starting at 1:00 pm sharp, Denise (with input from any other advanced keepers) will start to go through the options. Plan on staying AT LEAST AN HOUR, MAYBE TWO!

Looking forward to seeing you – call Denise if any questions at 252.722.3118.