After the Fair is a great time to start planning your 4-H Beekeeping Project for next year. Winter is a good time to collect and assemble the equipment and supplies needed. The GCBA highly recommends new beekeepers sign up for the Beginning Beekeeping Workshop offered by Greene County Recreation and Parks in February-March 2011. While the class is typically limited to ages 14 and older, 4-H members younger than 14 may be allowed to take the classes with an adult (parent or advisor). Questions? Contact Dan O'Callaghan using the "Contact Us" page. The Parks District Autumn Guide has registration details:
To assist new 4-H beekeepers with determining equipment needs, here is a list of suggested supplies/equipment.
Protective apparel and basic equipment:
Hat - ($11-$17)
Veil - ($14-$16)
Gloves - ($14-$18)
Hive Tool - ($5-$10)
Smoker - ($30-$40)
Book - "Starting Right with Bees" - ($8-$9)
Bee suit or jacket - ($50-$80)
Complete Hive
Basic Hive Kit, Deep - $68 - $75 (includes bottom board, entrance reducer, deep super, 10 frames/foundation, inner cover, outer cover)
Deep Body Kit - $36-$40 (deep super w frames/foundation)
Medium Kit x2 - $64 - $75
Package of bees w queen - $70-$80