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Central BEGINNERS' COURSE

Download Beginners' Course Form
The Central Division Beginners' Course course runs for six Wednesday evenings 7.30pm to 9.00pm, and includes a practical hands-on session after completion of the six session.  
Tea/coffee on arrival – note: we aim for a prompt start at 7.30pm
A discount will be offered upon completion to membership of Central Division SBKA

Venue: Whitstone School, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5PF
Dates: 26th Feb -1st April 2020. Also see calendar below
Time: 7.30pm to 9pm

Tutor: Maggie Norris T: 01749 831155 E: maggienorris@btopenworld.com
Fee: In advance: £40
Note: No refunds will be made of fees paid in advance unless we are able to resell your place.
Numbers are limited to a maximum of 30 attendees. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Bookings: Please complete the form below and send it, with the course fee, payable to “SBKA - Central Division” to Maggie Norris, Long Close, Shapway Lane, Evercreech, BA4 6JS.
Download Beginners' Course Form

Topics:
Session 1 - Introduction
  • What is a honeybee ?
  • A beekeeper has to ...?
  • Why keep bees ?
  • How much time will it take ?
  • How much will it cost ?
  • Will I get stung ?
Session 2 - About the Bees
  • The castes
  • Honeybee Anatomy
  • The life cycle of the individual
  • The life cycle of the colony
Session 3 - Equipment
  • Which Hive ?
  • Frames and Foundation
  • Hive Stands
  • Apiary Siting and Layout

​Session 4 - Principles of Bee Handling
  • Basic rules
  • Personal requirements
  • Tools of the trade
  • Opening the hive
  • What to look for
  • Swarming
Session 5 - Bee Forage and Honey
  • Bee forage
  • Honey production
  • Harvesting the crop
  • Extracting and extractors
  • Preparation for winter
Session 6 - Diseases, Pests, Predators
  • Diseases.
  • Pests and predators
  • Veterinary Medicines Regulations
  • General recapitulation and open forum
Practical Course:
  • Assembling Frames and Hives Swarm Prevention & Control Queen Marking
  • Honey Extraction
  • Meeting a few thousand bees Making a Nucleus
  • Clearing the Supers
  • Feeding & Treating


For further details please contact:    Maggie Norris T: 01749 831155 E: maggienorris@btopenworld.com​

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    • About the SBKA
    • History
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  • Events
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    • Beginners' Courses
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    • Getting Started >
      • Education >
        • How To Guides
        • Video Guides
        • Courses and Qualifications
        • Examinations
      • Introduction to Beekeeping
      • Joining SBKA
      • Beginners' Courses
      • Life In a Honeybee Colony
      • Frequently Asked Questions
      • Beekeeping Suppliers
    • Useful Links
    • Membership >
      • Benefits
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      • Get Involved
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