Come along and join us as we learn beginners natural beekeeping techniques with Ronnie from Natural Beekeeping Tasmania. She has partnered with Permaculture Tasmania to provide a this workshop for us in the NW coast. It will include information on:
*what equipment is needed, how to put it together, understanding bees and bee behaviour, bee life cycle, dealing with stings, the smoker and its use, different hive options and their advantages and disadvantages, hive positions, food sources for bees, pest and diseases, hive registration, inspecting a Langstroth hive, hive maintenance through the seasons.
*Provided the weather is good, we spend time at the hive so you learn how to handle the bees. Good reading resources and information on where to purchase bees or collect swarms is provided.
*Morning tea, afternoon tea and hot drinks provided. Please bring a plate of food to have a shared lunch.
Investment:
$220 for non-PT members
$200 for PT members
Time: 0900-1630
Maximum of 6 tickets available.