Eric Walgren is the Regional Sales and Marketing lead for Bee Health. He is a beekeeper with experience managing hundreds of hives in multiple states while providing education engagement to large groups about beekeeping. He was introduced to...
Read moreJoin us for an Evening with Dr. Jamie Ellis! Get ready to delve into the fascinating world of the Varroa Destructor with Dr. Ellis at Habersham EMC, 6135 Georgia 115 Clarkesville, GA 30523. This event is happening on July 21st, 2025 at 6:30 PM...
Read moreCome hang out with us as Jennifer Berry shows us how to help all our pollinator friends — not just the honeybees we all love! She’ll also give us the latest update from the UGA Bee Lab. “For over 25 years, Jennifer Berry has been the...
Read moreCome learn how to assemble hive frames with Ray Hiler! Ray’s fascination with bees buzzed to life in his teenage years, watching his granddad, Percy, wrangle swarms like a pro! In 1972, he dove into beekeeping with three swarms he snagged...
Read moreForsyth Beekeepers Club is excited to announce that they are hosting Certified Testing this year. They are in the process of finalizing details. But if you are a registered member of NEGAMBA you may register now by clicking here. Please refer to...
Read moreCome listen to the always interesting, and very knowledgeable, Keith Fielder talk about the seven mistakes most new beekeepers make! Keith Fielder has had a strong interest in honey bees since age six. He has been an invited educational speaker...
Read moreUpdated and change of subject – please come see Marilyn Watts and learn how to make your own beeswax candles! Marilyn is the chief candle maker for Blue Ridge Honey Company. She pours thousands of candles a year and will demonstrate for...
Read moreThank you Bob for stepping in and covering this subject for us! You are appreciated. John will be focusing on the process of splitting colonies into nucs—a technique he has found incredibly effective in managing hive growth and sustainability...
Read moreHow to Prepare Yourself for Bee Season with Houston Owens Houston Owens from Owens Gym in Toccoa is buzzing in to share his expert tips on prepping our bodies for the upcoming bee season. He will help us learn the best way to pick up all those...
Read moreWe are offering three class days this year, with one field day for all. Call Blue Ridge Honey to reserve your spot today! Rotating instructors to include Bob Binnie, Virginia Webb, Julia Mahood, Georgia Zumwalt, Katie Goodman and Kathy Bourn...
Read moreCome hear Jack Johnston speak and learn about our native flora and nectar sources for your bees! Jack has a degree in Biology and has a passion for native trees. He is a sought after speaker for the Audubon Society and hosts native plants walks...
Read moreLet’s Party! This meeting is going to be sweet…. come in costume and bring a treat to share. Ellie Van Doornum, President of Habersham’s Chamber of Commerce, will be “treating” us on the benefits of joining your...
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