Beekeeping Class · February 27–28, 2027 · Parkersburg, West Virginia
The West Virginia Beekeepers Association hosts this popular winter educational workshop drawing beekeepers from across Appalachia. Topics focus on managing colonies through Appalachian winters, identifying high-value West Virginia honey sources (tulip poplar, black locust, sourwood, and autumn wildflower), preparing equipment for spring, and the state's Master Beekeeper certification program. Includes hands-on honey judging training using West Virginia's distinctive mountain florals.
Type: Beekeeping Class
Date: February 27–28, 2027
Location: WVU Extension Service, 2500 Garfield Ave, Parkersburg, West Virginia
Official website: West Virginia Beekeeping Winter Workshop
Beekeeping classes provide hands-on instruction for beginners and advanced beekeepers, covering hive inspection, seasonal management, and honey harvesting techniques.
Discover 210+ honey varieties before attending, or learn how to read honey labels to make informed purchases. Explore our West Virginia Honey Sourcing Guide for local variety recommendations.
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