Honey Bee Academy: Master the Art of Beekeeping!    

Join Our Beekeeping Academy
Embark on a transformative 4-month journey into the captivating world of honey bees! With over 30 hours of instruction, our program blends classroom learning with hands-on experience, guided by experienced professional beekeepers.

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Register now: Honey Bee Academy Registration Form

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature, grow your skills, and join the world of beekeeping!

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Class Details Schedule:

• One Saturday per month, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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Fall 2025 Dates:

• August 23, 2025

• September 27, 2025

• October 25, 2025

• November 22, 2025

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Cost

Honey Bee Academy Tuition: purchase online

• $450.00 (Includes classes, textbook, and lunch)

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Cancellation Policy:

• • Full Refund: For cancellations made at least 2 weeks prior to the start date.

    • Spring 2025: Must be cancelled by 5:00 pm, March 8, 2025

  • Credit Only: For cancellations made at least 1 week prior to the start time. Credit can be applied to future classes, products or experiences.

    • Spring 2025: Must be cancelled by 5:00 pm, March 15, 2025

  • No Refund or Credit: For cancellations made within less than a week prior or for no-shows.

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Protective Gear Packages (Optional):

• $250.00 Full Suit Package: Full ventilated suit, ventilated gloves, hive tools, bee brush, and smoker with guard.

• $200.00 Jacket Package: Ventilated jacket, ventilated gloves, hive tools, bee brush, and smoker with guard.​​

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Important Note:
All students must bring protective gear to each class. This includes a jacket, suit or veil, gloves, smoker, and hive tool. Students who purchase a protective equipment package will receive their gear on the first day of class.

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Locations

Classroom Instruction:
St. John’s Episcopal Church, Parish Hall
915 Travis St, Columbus, TX 78934

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Apiary Hands-On Instruction: Hive locations in the Columbus and Weimar areas

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Curriculum Highlights

Classroom Instruction:

• Honey Bee Biology: Dive into the anatomy, behavior, and lifecycle of honey bees.

• Beekeeping Equipment: Understand hive types and tools for successful beekeeping.

• Buying and Installing Bees: Learn how to select and establish your first hive.

• Hive Inspections & Maintenance: Master the art of keeping your hives healthy and thriving.

• Nutrition & Seasonal Care: Explore how to ensure year-round hive health.

• Swarms, Splits, and Overwintering: Learn strategies for colony growth and survival.

• Pest Management: Identify and address common hive threats.

• Honey & Beeswax: Discover the process of harvesting and using honey and beeswax.

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Hands-On Apiary Instruction:

• Conduct live hive inspections

• Practice bee installation and queen spotting

• Identify pests and parasites

• Engage in swarm and hive extraction (if available)

 

Why Join the Honey Bee Academy?

1. Comprehensive Learning: Gain essential beekeeping knowledge, from setup to honey harvesting.

2. Practical Experience: Build confidence with hands-on activities and live demonstrations.

3. Expert Mentorship: Learn directly from seasoned beekeepers who provide personalized guidance.

4. Sustainable Practices: Embrace eco-friendly methods that prioritize bee health and biodiversity.

5. Community Connection: Network with like-minded individuals and join a supportive beekeeping community.

6. Pollinator Conservation: Make a meaningful contribution to the environment by supporting pollinator health.

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Start Your Beekeeping Journey Today!

For more information, contact Michele Jaquier at QueenBee@fowlacresfarm.com 

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