Kelley Beekeeping Summer School

Beekeeping Class · July 13–17, 2026 · Clarkson, Kentucky

The Walter T. Kelley Company—one of America's oldest beekeeping suppliers, established in 1924—hosts this intensive multi-day summer school for beekeepers of all levels. Hands-on sessions cover hive inspection technique, queen rearing, honey extraction, disease identification, and equipment maintenance. The Clarkson, Kentucky facility provides direct access to working apiaries in the rich bluegrass nectar country.

Event Details

Type: Beekeeping Class
Date: July 13–17, 2026
Location: Walter T. Kelley Company, 807 W Main St, Clarkson, Kentucky

Official website: Kelley Beekeeping Summer School

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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