Delaware Beekeepers Winter Short Course

Beekeeping Class · February 6–7, 2027 · Newark, Delaware

The Delaware Beekeepers Association annual winter short course provides beginner and intermediate beekeepers with foundational knowledge for a successful season ahead. Two-day curriculum includes hive installation, queen rearing basics, integrated pest management for Varroa mite control, swarm prevention, and extracting equipment overview. Delaware Extension Service specialists provide region-specific guidance for Delaware's coastal plain and Piedmont beekeeping conditions.

Event Details

Type: Beekeeping Class
Date: February 6–7, 2027
Location: University of Delaware, Townsend Hall, 531 S College Ave, Newark, Delaware

Official website: Delaware Beekeepers Winter Short Course

What to Expect

Beekeeping classes provide hands-on instruction for beginners and advanced beekeepers, covering hive inspection, seasonal management, and honey harvesting techniques.

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