World Bee Day is celebrated in memoriam of the pioneer in beekeeping, Anton Janša of Slovania, born on May 20th, 1734. The purpose of the international day is to raise awareness on the importance of pollinators and their role in the ecosystem.

Hive Inspection & Queen Marking

Varroa mite testing and IPM options with Kim P

Queen rearing with Shane H

Join the Apiary Inspectors from New England, New York and New Brunswick, Canada to “Lunch and Learn” virtually via Zoom Webinars on Fridays from 12pm-1:30pm. Attendees will get the opportunity to meet the dynamic group of Apiary Inspectors who support apiculture in our region as well as ask questions related to honey beekeeping and get advice …

Monthly business meeting followed by guest speaker: Ang Roell for a discussion about queen rearing. Learn more at: theykeepbees.com

Hive inspections with Bam & Brian D. Please note this HOWS will not be at the KBA apiary, but rather one of Bam's bee yards in Newport, NH. Directions below.

Hive inspections with Bam

Hive inspections with Amelia

Hive inspections with guest, NH State Apiary Inspector Dave Priebe and master beekeeper, Dorinda Priebe! A HOWS not to miss!

Join us at the KBA Apiary for our annual picnic, smoker contest, raffle and potluck meal. KBA provides the grilled meat. Bring your family because this is not to be missed!

Mike P is leading HOWS this week. Follow-ups on KBA 1 and KBA 4 and the Top Bar Hive with two colonies. And a surprise from Mike!