The symposium is an educational gathering of honey beekeepers for the purpose of gathering knowledge and skills in apiary. Florida’s leading experts in beekeeping will be lecturing and giving outdoor open hive talks and demonstrations. Dr. Jamie Ellis, Professor of Entomology and Head of the Florida Bee Research Lab at University of Florida, will be […]
Dr. Whitney A. Qualls, MS, PHD, is the Scientific Manager/Entomologist at Anastasia Mosquito Control District located in St. Johns County. Join us on a field trip to the new AMCD Education Center (Museum), located at 120 EOC Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32092. Meeting starts at 6:30 pm and we will be able to tour the […]
Dave Westervelt, Bees Beyond Borders and former Chief Apiary Inspector for the Florida Department of Agriculture, will be sharing "The SECRET of being ready for a successful next year"! A lifetime of knowledge gives answers to the question; "It's November, why should I be worried about next year"?
Bo Sterk is the President and Founder of Bees Beyond Borders. Join us for this inspiring presentation on how he and his colleagues are literally on a mission to teach sustainable beekeeping to our Caribbean neighbors.
Tucka is a commercial beekeeper and queen producer mostly in Florida with between 300 and 500 colonies. She sells nucs, and is absolutely in love with queens and everything about them.
Hi, my name is Bo Sterk and I have been a beekeeper for over 25 years. I am a Master Craftsman Beekeeper through the University of Florida, the Founder of Bees Beyond Borders, and the Past-President of The St. Johns County Beekeepers Association. I have helped and mentored hundreds of beekeepers over the past 25 […]
Join the UF/IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory at the 2024 University of Florida Bee College in Gainesville, Florida, for one or two days of all things honey bees. Those new to beekeeping can follow the beginner track, while more experienced beekeepers can participate in hands-on training in the apiary, classes on honey bee […]
Vespa velutina and lab updates.
Chances are your honey bee colonies are busting at the seams right now. So, how do you prevent them from swarming? Split them! Joey Versaggi of Bee Hill Farms, and current Vice President of the St. Johns County Beekeepers Association demonstrates how and when to split your honey bee colonies.
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We will be holding annual elections for officers of the club tonight. If you would like to volunteer or nominate someone for office, this is the time.
