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# Kearsarge Beekeepers Association

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- [News](https://kbanh.org/news/) - Help spread the word and share on your socials.
- [November Tasks](https://kbanh.org/2025/11/3114/)
- [4/12 HOWS Cancelled](https://kbanh.org/2025/04/4-12-hows-cancelled/) - Due to the upcoming winter storm, the 4/12 HOWS has been cancelled.
- [3/29 HOWS Postponed](https://kbanh.org/2025/03/3-29-hows-postponed/) - Due to the upcoming winter storm, the 3/29 HOWS has been postponed and will be combined with the Electric Fencing demonstration on 4/5.
- [2025 KBA Bee School is starting soon!](https://kbanh.org/2025/01/2025-kba-bee-school-is-starting-soon/) - Our annual Bee School begins January 25th at the Sugar River Valley Regional Technical Center in Newport, NH. Click below to learn more information. We are looking forward to beeing with you! KBA Bee School
- [2025 Bee School & Scholarship](https://kbanh.org/2024/11/2025-bee-school-scholarship/) - Registration is now open for KBA's upcoming Bee School for 2025. We are pleased to announce that we will be offering two scholarships for admission this year. Please navigate to the KBA Bee School page from the menu for more information.
- [2024 Harvest Dinner](https://kbanh.org/2024/10/2024-harvest-dinner/) - KBA Harvest Dinner Friday, November 8th The annual harvest dinner is just a few days away on Friday, November 8th. Social hour begins at 5 pm with a potluck dinner to follow at 6 pm. Bring a dish to share and your choice of beverage. Please bring a raffle item and a jar of your
- [2024 Harvest Dinner 11/8 at 5pm](https://kbanh.org/2023/11/2023-harvest-dinner-11-10-23-at-5pm/) - KBA Harvest Dinner Friday, November 8th The annual harvest dinner is just a few days away on Friday, November 10th. Social hour begins at 5 pm with a potluck dinner to follow at 6 pm. Bring a dish to share and your choice of beverage. Please bring a raffle item and a jar of your
- [2024 HOWS begin 3/3](https://kbanh.org/2024/02/2024-hows-begin-3-3/) - Join us at the club apiary for KBA's first HOWS of the 2024 season! Bam and Amelia will be presenting the "Winter Hive Survival Survey". Navigate to the events page for more information.
- [March 9th Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2024/02/march-9th-meeting/) - We look forward to reconnecting at the next club meeting! Please note, the time and location will be the Pillsbury Library beginning at 9:15am. Please check the events page for additional information. kbanh.org/about/events/
- [January 13th Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2024/01/january-13th-meeting/) - Today's meeting will be in a hybrid format due to the weather. Check your email for the zoom meeting information, or drive carefully. See you soon!
- [2023 NHBA Fall Meeting 10/21](https://kbanh.org/2023/10/2023-nhba-fall-meeting-10-21/) - with Dr. Jon Zawislak, 9am - 2pm at the Rockingham Ballroom, Newmarket, NH www.nhbeekeepers.org
- [KBA Club Meeting 10/14](https://kbanh.org/2023/10/kba-club-meeting-10-14/) - Join us at 9:00 am at the Warner Town Hall. There will be a presentation by Heather Achilles following the business meeting. Hope to see you there!
- [KBA Harvest Dinner - Friday Nov 8th](https://kbanh.org/2019/11/kba-harvest-dinner-friday-nov-8th/) - Friday, November 8th, 6:00 P.M at the First Free Will Baptist Church, on Rt. 114 in North Sutton, NH. (Exit 10 I-89, follow signs to Wadleigh State Park, church is on the corner opposite Vernondale Store. Entrance in rear.) Please RSVP to David & Linda Hartman by Wed., Nov. 6th. Let Linda and Dave know
- [KBA Picnic 7/15/23](https://kbanh.org/2023/07/kba-picnic-7-15-23/) - The club picnic is this weekend at the apiary! The picnic begins at 10am unless you are participating in the smoker contest which begins at 9am. The club has plenty of smokers so you don't need to bring one to participate. Rain date is 7/16/23. Please check your email for further details. We look forward
- [Upcoming HOWS 6/17 9am](https://kbanh.org/2023/06/upcoming-hows-6-17-9am/) - Member Eric DeKing will be lecturing at the club apiary on hive management during the summer nectar dearth.
- [Upcoming HOWS 6/3 at 9am](https://kbanh.org/2023/06/upcoming-hows-6-3-at-9am/) - BAM will be conducting a demonstration on single brood hive management at the club apiary. Don't forget your bee suit so you can help out with the inspections!
- [Upcoming Meeting 5/13](https://kbanh.org/2023/05/upcoming-meeting-5-13/) - 9:00am at Warner Town Hall. The KBA t-shirt orders are in and will be available for pick up. Please bring cash or check.
- [Upcoming HOWS 4/29 at 10am](https://kbanh.org/2023/04/upcoming-hows-4-29-at-10am/) - 1st Hive inspections of the year. While the weather is not cooperating we need to inspect our hives and see what their progress is. Join us at 10am at the club apiary. Bring a veil and dress warm as the weather will be cool and cloudy. 223 North Rd. Sunapee, NH Hope to see you
- [Next HOWS Sunday 4/23 at 10am](https://kbanh.org/2023/04/next-hows-sunday-4-23-at-10am/) - Electric Fences with Kim P. Event is rain or shine. Location: Tucker Mountain Farm in Andover. Please do not park on the street, parking is available across the street and in the driveway.
- [Upcoming Meeting 4/8/23](https://kbanh.org/2023/04/upcoming-meeting-4-8-23/) - KBA Monthly MeetingPillsbury Free Library 9:15 18 E Main St, Warner, NH 03278Presentation: What to Plant to Attract Bees and Other Pollinatorsby Eric DeKing Check your email for parking information
- [NHBA Sit and Sip 3/31](https://kbanh.org/2023/03/upcoming-nhba-sit-and-sip-3-31/) - On Friday, March 31st @ 7pm State Bee Inspector, Dave Priebe will be hosting a discussion via Zoom on the recent outbreak of AFB in Central Mass. Club members please check your email for the meeting invitation and details. See you there!
- [](https://kbanh.org/2023/03/next-club-meeting/) - Upcoming HOWS 3/25/23 This Saturday at 9am we will have a HOWS at the club apiary. Winter Kill Autopsy-Why did my hive die? Members check your email for more information! Previous Posts Spring is just around the corner! How are your bees? Join us on Saturday 3/11/23 at 9am for our monthly business meeting. Guest:
- [School is in session!](https://kbanh.org/2023/01/school-is-in-session/) - Our bee school has started and is going well. We have 2 days completed and have 3 more days to come. We are extremally pleased with the turn out and the enthusiasm of the students. CHECK this page for any school CANCELLATIONS because of winter weather.
- [January Meeting on the 7th is Election Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2023/01/january-meeting-on-the-7th-is-election-meeting/) - Our meeting comes earlier than usual because Bee School starts on the 14th. Come and meet the new officers and thank those that are leaving service. We meet at the Warner town hall at 9. Come and join us and bee refreshed with talk of bees, bee school and club activities.
- [Harvest Dinner is coming.... & guest Tucka Bee](https://kbanh.org/2022/11/harvest-dinner-is-coming-guest-tucka-bee/) - Come and join us on Friday, November 11th at 5:30pm at the First Free Will Baptist Church in North Sutton, NH. Dinner will be around 7pm. We have our yearly honey tasting contest so bring a jar of your honey and you may find that you have the most popular honey in the club. You
- [October's meeting is at the club apiary in Sunapee](https://kbanh.org/2022/10/octobers-meeting-is-at-the-club-apiary-in-sunapee/) - at 9 am on the 15th. The main purpose of the meeting is to do the planning for the Harvest Dinner on November 11th. The October Newsletter is out and is available in the Newsletter page. As usual Marilyn has done a bee-autiful job on this month's copy.
- [2023 Bee School is starting on January 14th 2023. Arrive by 8:30 to sign in and receive textbook](https://kbanh.org/2022/10/2023-bee-school-starting-in-january-2023/) - More information here.
- [September 10th Guest Speaker: Heather Achilles](https://kbanh.org/2022/09/september-10th-guest-speaker-heather-achilles/) - Heather Achilles will join us as a guest speaker at our September 10th regular meeting. She will provide an NHBA Citizen Science Project / Research Update: Highlights for the Winter Hive Survey and What We Learned in our Winter Wrap Study. Our meeting will be held at the Warner Town Hall at 9:00 AM, followed
- [<strong>Mid-August Hive Inspections</strong>](https://kbanh.org/2022/08/mid-august-hive-inspections/) - 9 am 223 North Road, Sunapee at the KBA apiary. Check to see what affect if any the dearth had on the hives. Discuss signs of hive starvation / stress. Bee there!
- [Next meeting on September 10th, 2022](https://kbanh.org/2022/08/next-meeting-on-september-10th-2022/) - At August's meeting Susan gave a nice presentation on controlling mites and keeping healthy bees. Susan's overwintering successes are way above the norm because of her diligent bee management. Come to the September meeting at the Warner town hall for more beekeeping information and get together with BEE PEOPLE. They are the best!
- [August Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2022/08/august-meeting/) - Come to the monthly KBA meeting at the Warner town hall on Saturday the 13th. Club member Susan Menard will be giving us a presentation on treating for mites followed by a round robin panel on different treatments. We hope to see you there.
- [The annual club picnic was on July 23 and the day was perfect. We had a large turnout and there was plenty of food to go around.](https://kbanh.org/2022/07/the-annual-club-picnic-was-on-july-23-and-the-day-was-perfect-we-had-a-large-turnout-and-there-was-plenty-of-food-to-go-around/) - We have a new smoker contest winner, Carol Currotto! She will get her name on the treasured KBA Copper Smoker and have the bragging rights as champ until next year. There was a fun raffle with the "Richard Brewster" method of choosing winners with playing cards. There was plenty of bee related items that members
- [KBA Picnic](https://kbanh.org/2022/06/kba-picnic/) - We are having our annual potluck picnic and gathering at the Ramspott Farm in Sunapee, 223 North Rd. on July23 at 10 am. More information to come soon. This is a great time where we have a smoker contest, a raffle and a nice potluck meal where KBA provides the grilled meat. Bring your family
- [Bee School 2022](https://kbanh.org/2021/12/bee-school-2022/) - Kearsarge Beekeepers Association will be holding our annual Bee School via zoom this year. The classes will be on Saturday mornings, January 15, 22, 29 & February 5 & 12th. The classes will begin at 9 am and end at approximately 12:30 pm. Click here to download the registration form. Bee School Registration Form 2022Download
- [October Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2020/09/october-monthly-meeting/) - KBA Monthly Meeting for October is scheduled for 10/3 at 9am. It will be in person at apiary in Sunapee and zoom. Zoom link is below https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87518796947?pwd=VXNCblE3Z0VIUzNaejVFejFIU0lJZz09
- [July, August and September Newsletters](https://kbanh.org/2020/09/july-august-and-september-newsletters/) - Get caught up with club meetings, apiary and smoker wars........ KBA July 2020 NewsletterDownload KBA August 2020 NewsletterDownload KBA September 2020 NewsletterDownload
- [February-March 2020 Newsletter is Here!](https://kbanh.org/2020/03/february-march-2020-newsletter-is-here/) - KBA_Newsletter_Feb-Mar_2020 Click the above link for All the Bee News That's Fit to Print!
- [January 2020 Newsletter: You'll Laugh, You'll Cry, It'll Move You!](https://kbanh.org/2020/01/january-2020-newsletter-youll-laugh-youll-cry-itll-move-you/) - Well, I promise you won't cry! Go ahead and read up on Barbara Burns January 2020 Masterpiece! (rated ♥♥♥♥♥♥ out of 5 ♥s) KBA newsletter Jan 2020
- [Wait for it... NO! Don't wait for it... it's HERE - The November Newsletter!](https://kbanh.org/2019/11/wait-for-it-no-dont-wait-for-it-its-here-the-november-newsletter/) - Click HERE for the Newsletter and Wait No More.
- [Buzz Buzz: The October 2019 Newsletter is Here](https://kbanh.org/2019/10/buzz-buzz-the-october-2019-newsletter-is-here/) - Click HERE to see what's buzzing at the KBA
- [Newsletter - July/Sept 2019](https://kbanh.org/2019/09/newsletter-july-sept-2019/) - Click HERE for the Hot Buzz! Newsletter Correction: here is the correct information: LOCATION IS DIFFERENT NH Beekeepers’ Association Fall Meeting, October 19, 2019, 9am to 3pm Hosted by Capital Area Beekeepers Association Venue: Manchester Community College, 1066 Front St., Manchester, NH 03102 Distinguished speakers: Dr. Jamie Ellis: ‘Mating Biology of Bees’ and ‘What is Killing Our Bees and What
- [KBA Potluck Picnic this Sunday!](https://kbanh.org/2019/07/kba-potluck-picnic-this-sunday/) - SUNDAY, JULY 21, 11 A.M.- 3 ish (eat at 12) At KBA APIARY, 223 North Road, Sunapee, NH PLEASE BRING: THE WHOLE FAMILY!... & FOOD TO SHARE (sides & desserts). If you don’t feel like cooking, how about Chips, pickles, etc.? Also bring: CHAIRS, SOMETHING FOR THE RAFFLE (optional), BEE VEILS to look at hives. Also, bring
- [KBA Videos of Troy Hall and Sam Comfort (NCTV-NH)](https://kbanh.org/2019/06/kba-videos-of-troy-hall-and-sam-comfort-nctv-nh/) - Troy Hall: CLICK HERE Sam Comfort: CLICK HERE
- [What's All The Buzz About?](https://kbanh.org/2019/06/whats-all-the-buzz-about/) - KBA's Very Own Newsletter for June 2019 is now available. Just Click HERE
- [May (2019) Meeting Agenda](https://kbanh.org/2019/05/may-2019-meeting-agenda/) - Agenda Call to orderReading of minutes from April meetingQuestionsCorrectionsVote to acceptTreasurers ReportOfficers reportsSecretaryVice PresidentPresidentCommittee ReportsApiaryBBQ BREAK Featured Speaker Sam ComfortNext Meeting June 8th at the Warner Town HallAdjournment
- [May Newletter Bee Here!](https://kbanh.org/2019/05/may-newletter-bee-here/) - Click HERE for the May 2019 KBA Newsletter. And.... the April newsletter! Click HERE to view! (Sorry for bee-ing late!)
- [Sam Comfort coming to the KBA](https://kbanh.org/2019/05/sam-comfort-coming-to-the-kba/) - When? May 11th 9AMWhere? Newport Jr. Sr. High SchoolWho is invited? EveryoneHow much? Free to current KBA members. $10 for non KBA members Please join us on Saturday, May 11th as we welcome Sam Comfort of Anarchy Apiaries. Sam is an amazing beekeeper and an average ukulele player. You won't bee disappointed.
- [April Meeting Agenda](https://kbanh.org/2019/04/april-meeting-agenda/) - Kearsarge Beekeepers April 2018 Agenda 1: Call to order 2: Review March minutes a: Corrections, questions, vote to accept 3: Officer Reports a: Treasurer b: Secretary c: Vice President d: President 4: Committee Reports a: Club Apiary 5: New Business a: Website (Kim Pease) b: July BBQ 1: Set Date 2: Set Location 3: Form
- [NH Winter Loss Survey](https://kbanh.org/2019/03/nh-winter-loss-survey/) - You can find the survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NH2019HiveLoss. We will be collecting data through 4/30. If you've taken the survey in the past, you'll find that most of the questions are the same. We just tweaked a few to make them clearer. Also, I've added a few towns in MA & VT in the "location" question.
- [Video of "Setting Up Your Hive" with Troy Hall](https://kbanh.org/2019/03/video-of-setting-up-your-hive-with-troy-hall/) - From the KBA Meeting on March 9th, 2019 Click HERE to view the video
- [March Meeting - Change in Venue!](https://kbanh.org/2019/03/march-meeting-change-in-venue/) - What: March Meeting When: Saturday, March 9th, 9AM Where: Newport Junior/Senior High School @ 245 N Main St, Newport, NH Speaker: Troy Hall of Hall Apiaries
- [KBA Newsletter: February / March 2019](https://kbanh.org/2019/03/kba-newsletter-february-march-2019/) - KBA newsletter FEB MAR 2019 Click on the above link to view the Newsletter
- [We Count on Bees, but Can Bees Count?](https://kbanh.org/2019/02/we-count-on-bees-but-can-bees-count/) - https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/feb/06/spelling-bees-no-but-they-can-do-arithmetic-say-researchers An interesting article (click above) suggesting that bees may be able to add and subtract. It may be that this is simply an example sequential pattern recognition, but worth considering the argument that bees can do math.
- [KBA 2019 Speaker Schedule](https://kbanh.org/2019/02/kba-2019-speaker-schedule/) - DateSpeakerCompanyMarch 9thTroy HallHall ApiariesMay 11thSam ComfortAnarchy ApiariesOctober 12thAndrew MunkresLemon Fair Honey WorksNovember 9thKirk WebsterChamplain Valley Bees and Queens Please note that all speaking events are free to all current members of the Kearsarge Beekeepers Association. These talks are open to all, a $10 fee will be asked of any non-members wishing to attend. All these meetings
- [January Meeting: On the 12th at 9AM](https://kbanh.org/2018/12/january-meeting-on-the-12th-at-900am/) - Held at the Warner Town Hall.... 9AM. Landi Simone will be the Speaker. Her topics will include Reading Frames and Open Feeding. You can learn more about her at www.GooseRockFarm.com She also has several beekeeping videos on YouTube. Note: There is a $10 charge for non-members for this meeting
- [Hot Off The (Cold) December Press: The December 2018 / January 2019 KBA Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2018/12/hot-off-the-cold-december-press-the-december-2018-january-2019-kba-newsletter/) - KBA_NEWSLETTER_JAN2019 (Click on the above link and prepare to be impressed!)
- [What's the Buzzzzz?  BEE SCHOOL!](https://kbanh.org/2018/12/guess-whats-coming-soon-bee-school/) - Bee Cool and Be in Bee School! Click to download the registration form: Bee School Signup Form 2019 Complete the registration form and send your payment in early. Questions, call 863-4352 or email; robin.gray@tds.net We are looking forward to another great Bee School this year. Come and learn about this amazing hobby from some of
- [2017-2018 Hive Loss Results](https://kbanh.org/2018/10/2018-hive-loss-results/) - Click on the link below to view the 2017-2018 Hive Loss Results 2017-8HiveLossResults
- [September & October Meetings](https://kbanh.org/2018/08/september-october-meetings/) - Next meeting September 8th Warner Library 9:00AM October meeting is on October 13th, and will feature speaker Heather Achilles who will be reviewing the 2017 hive loss survey.
- [Club Apiary August Schedule](https://kbanh.org/2018/08/club-apiary-august-schedule/) - All Wednesdays... 8/15 Hive inspections 5:30-7:30 - Shane Howard 8/22 Hive preparation for winter 5:30-7:30 - Kevin Sargent 8/29 Hive inspections 5:30-7:30 - Bam Fleury
- [2017-2018 NHBA Winter Loss Survey Results](https://kbanh.org/2018/06/2017-2018-nhba-winter-loss-survey-results/) - CLICK HERE From the NH Beekeepers Association
- [Next KBA Meeting.... Saturday June 9th](https://kbanh.org/2018/06/next-kba-meeting-saturday-june-9th/) - SAT., JUNE 9, 2018, 9:00 A.M. PILLSBURY LIBRARY, MAIN STREET, WARNER Club business old and new Discuss apiary activities Bee talk
- [KBA Summer Workshop Schedule](https://kbanh.org/2018/06/kba-summer-workshop-schedule/) - HOWS: (Hands-on Workshop Series) @ KBA Apiary, 223 North Road, Sunapee, NH All workshops are Wednesday evenings, 6-8 p.m. (Rain postpones to following day) Here is the schedule of workshops through Aug. 1: June 6: Hive inspections/Questions/ Apiary Maintenance June 13: Hive inspections/Questions/ Apiary Maintenance June 20: Queen Marking and Wing Clipping June 27: Mid-summer Mite Treatment and Honey Flow/Harvesting
- [New Diagnostic Network Helps N.H. Beekeepers Understand Honey Bee Health](https://kbanh.org/2018/06/new-diagnostic-network-helps-n-h-beekeepers-understand-honey-bee-health/) - Contact: Matt Coughlan 603-447-3834 matthew.coughlan@unh.edu NH Honey Bee Diagnostic Network can analyze bees for Nosema infections Beekeepers in New Hampshire have a new resource to help better understand the health of their honey bees. The NH Honey Bee Diagnostic Network (NHHBDN) is a group of dedicated volunteers who have been trained how to analyze honey bees
- [](https://kbanh.org/2018/04/421/) - Change of date The hiving of the packages, scheduled for today, April 30, 2018 has been moved to Tuesday May 1 at 4 pm. See you there.
- [Map to the KBA apiary](https://kbanh.org/2018/04/map-to-the-kba-apiary/) - Remember! We have a hiving of packages on 4/30/18 at 4 pm. Bring your veils and join in the fun. [googlemaps https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d9336.864605883286!2d-72.11432683395718!3d43.402850143166866!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x89e1f04f0f2e1a71%3A0x3a1ea48a21e0e9b0!2s223+N+Rd%2C+Sunapee%2C+NH+03782!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1524673920737&w=600&h=450]
- [Found! The Lost March Newsletter!](https://kbanh.org/2018/04/found-the-lost-march-newsletter/) - After the safari across Africa, scaling Mt. Everest, searching every nook and cranny of an active volcano, surviving the cold at the North Pole (with Santa's permission) I found the March KBA NEWSLETTER! (Or, perhaps I just didn't post it when I should have?) Without Further Ado: KBA newsletter Feb Mar 2018 And next time,
- [April KBA Newsletter is HERE](https://kbanh.org/2018/04/april-kba-newsletter-is-here/) - Click HERE to read the April 2018 KBA Newsletter. (Anyone else think it should win a Pulitzer?)
- [2018 Bee School](https://kbanh.org/2018/01/2018-bee-school/) - Classes start at 9 am. Please come early to sign in and make payments. Click on the registration form below to download a registration form. 2018 Bee School Signup Form To get a poster for printing click the link below. Bee School Poster 2018
- [January Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2018/01/january-newsletter/) - So HOT it'll warm your hands even at -20 degrees! KBA NEWSLETTER JAN 2018
- [January meeting postponed & rescheduled](https://kbanh.org/2018/01/january-meeting-postponed-rescheduled/) - Due to the continued bad (and worse) weather that is expected for Saturday the 13, the Bee Club meeting has been postponed. We will meet Saturday, January 20 at the Pillsbury Library, Main Street, Warner at 9:00 a.m. Hopefully the weather will cooperate and attendance will be good for the election, discussion of 2018 bee
- [Bee Survey](https://kbanh.org/2017/12/bee-survey/) - Hello KBA, Here's a survey if you want to participate: (click on link below) Risk perception of beekeepers in regard to the use of Varroa treatments and changes in beekeeping management practices Stay warm! ~ Mike Bellino
- [KBA POTLUCK TURKEY DINNER](https://kbanh.org/2017/10/kba-potluck-turkey-dinner-2/) - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 6:00 P.M. At the NORTH SUTTON CHURCH, on Rt. 114 (Exit 10 I-89, follow signs to Wadleigh State Park, church is on the corner opposite Vernondale Store. Entrance in rear.) Please RSVP to David & Linda Hartman by Wed., Nov. 8. Ph. 456-3881 Or email: davidehartman hotmail.com. Let them know what you would like to
- [Interesting article: Flowers Create Blue Halo for Bees](https://kbanh.org/2017/10/interesting-article-flowers-create-blue-halo-for-bees/) - Interesting article from the Associated Press... https://apnews.com/95b0bcb8e7174459aa2df36ab1e66a3d/Some-flowers-create-blue-halo-to-say-hello-to-foraging-bees
- [KBA's October Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2017/10/kbas-october-newsletter/) - Hot off the.. uh.... PDF generator? KBA NEWSLETTER OCT 2017
- [September Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2017/09/september-meeting/) - SATURDAY, SEPT. 9, 2017 9-11 A.M. @KBA APIARY, 223 NORTH RD. SUNAPEE, NH Topics: Harvesting, evaluating, combining, and feeding. General bee questions and discussion.
- [September Newsletter...](https://kbanh.org/2017/09/september-newsletter-3/) - Hot off the Presses! (and smells of honey!) KBA newsletter SEP2017
- [August Meeting (2017)](https://kbanh.org/2017/08/august-meeting-2017/) - SAT. AUG. 12, 2017 9-11 A.M. @KBA APIARY, 223 NORTH RD. SUNAPEE, NH Topics: Honey extraction and checking for mites. General bee questions and discussion.
- [July-Aug Newsletter (2017)](https://kbanh.org/2017/08/july-aug-newsletter-2017/) - All the Bee News you can Use! KBA_JUL-AUG-2017
- [Upcoming KBA Events.....](https://kbanh.org/2017/07/upcoming-kba-events/) - Wednesday, July 26, Kevin Sargent will be talking about the do's and don'ts of setting up an electric fence around your bee hives as well as honey extracting. Wednesday, Aug. 9 and Wednesday, Aug. 23. The subjects are open! Bring questions; there are no dumb questions. Are there experienced members out there who could please
- [Picnic Update: Saturday, July 8th!](https://kbanh.org/2017/06/picnic-update-saturday-july-8th/) - KEARSARGE BEEKEEPERS POTLUCK PICNIC SATURDAY, JULY 8, 1-4 p.m. At TROY HALL’S APIARY, 374 Rt. 12A, Plainfield, NH (3.5 miles south of the W. Lebanon Home Depot) PLEASE BRING: THE WHOLE FAMILY!... & FOOD/DRINK TO SHARE (last name A-L Salads/Sides, M-Z Desserts/Drinks) If you don’t feel like cooking, how about Chips, pickles, etc.? Also bring: CHAIRS, SOMETHING
- [KBA June Newsletter!](https://kbanh.org/2017/06/kba-june-newsletter/) - Right Here, Right Now! (Click on Link Below) kba newsletter may june 2017
- [KBA Hands-On Workshop Series Schedule](https://kbanh.org/2017/05/kba-hands-on-workshop-series-schedule/) - KEARSARGE BEEKEEPERS ASSOCIATION HOWS (Hands-On Workshop Series) Continues at the KBA Apiary, 223 North Road, Sunapee, NH * Wed. May 24, 6-8 pm (rain date 5/25). Recap of 5/13 session, queen marking/clipping, spring feeding, medications, splits, re-queening. Leader: Kevin Sargent * Sat. June 3, 9-11 am (rain date 6/4). Hive manipulation. Leader: TBA * Sat.,
- [KBA Meeting at Club Apiary - May 13th](https://kbanh.org/2017/05/kba-meeting-at-club-apiary-may-13th/) - KBA CLUB APIARY IS READY MAY MEETING: SATURDAY, MAY 13, 9-11 A.M. LOCATION: 223 NORTH ROAD, SUNAPEE, NH Instead of meeting at the Warner Library next Saturday, we will meet at our new club apiary for a fun, educational hands-on session. Kevin Sargent will demo queen marking and wing clipping. He will also go over
- [KBA on Facebook?](https://kbanh.org/2017/04/kba-on-facebook/) - Yes! Just search for "Kearsarge Beekeepers" or click below and "Like" us! https://www.facebook.com/Kearsarge-Beekeepers-Association-1207409172611190/
- [April Meeting - Saturday the 8th!](https://kbanh.org/2017/04/april-meeting-saturday-the-8th/) - APRIL KBA MEETING: SATURDAY, APRIL 8, 2017 9-11 A.M PILLSBURY LIBRARY MAIN ST., WARNER, NH Business meeting: Reports, old and new business Speaker: Andrew Munkres on “Sustainable Beekeeping”
- [February-March-April 2017 Newsletter is here!](https://kbanh.org/2017/04/february-march-april-2017-newsletter-is-here/) - Click here: KBA_Feb-Mar-Apr2017_Newsletter
- [January Newsletter Bee Here](https://kbanh.org/2017/01/january-newsletter-bee-here/) - You have waited long enough! Don't deprive yourself one more iota of a fraction of a second! You can hardly wait! You're clicky finger is getting itchy, ITCHY and ITCHIEST!!! CLICK HERE ALREADY!
- [Bee School](https://kbanh.org/2017/01/bee-school/) - KBA's 2017 Bee School Come learn about the fascinating world of bees, the basics of beekeeping and other cool stuff! Kearsarge Regional Middle School, North Sutton January 28, February 11 & 25, March 11 1-4pm $55.00 single, $60.00 per family Includes book and KBA membership For registration or more information call 927-4127 or
- [KBA POTLUCK TURKEY DINNER](https://kbanh.org/2016/11/kba-potluck-turkey-dinner/) - Friday, November 11, 2016, 6:00 pm North Sutton Church, on Rt. 114 in North Sutton village, across from Vernondale Store. If taking I-89, take Exit 10 and follow signs to Wadleigh State Park until you see the church. Parking and entrance are in the rear near Follansbee Inn or on cemetery side of church. PLEASE
- [KBA Newsletter for October-Novemberr-Decemberrr 2016](https://kbanh.org/2016/11/kba-newsletter-for-october-novemberr-decemberrr-2016/) - Cold off the presses... The Final KBA Newsletter for 2016: KBA Oct-Nov-Dec 2016 Newsletter
- [Next meeting: September 10th](https://kbanh.org/2016/09/next-meeting-september-10th/) - SAT., SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 9-11 A,M PILLSBURY LIBRARY MAIN ST., WARNER, NH AGENDA: Reports, announcements, new members, old and new business. SPEAKER: BEN CHADWICK, NH Bee Inspector, Beekeeper and KBA Member speaking on: Harvesting, storing and packaging honey; general bee questions.
- [The September 2016 Newsletter Bee Here!](https://kbanh.org/2016/09/the-september-2016-newsletter-bee-here/) - kba-sept-2016-newsletter Click on the above link for the newsletter!
- [KBA Meeting on Saturday, August 13th](https://kbanh.org/2016/08/kba-meeting-on-saturday-august-13th/) - KBA MEETING SAT., AUG. 13, 2016 9-11 A.M. PILLSBURY LIBRARY MAIN ST., WARNER, NH AGENDA: Reports, announcements, new members, old & new business. PROGRAM: “Bee Talk”
- [KBA July-August Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2016/08/kba-july-august-newsletter/) - Get your July-August Newsletter HERE! Hotter-n-the-Weather!
- [KEARSARGE BEEKEEPERS POTLUCK PICNIC](https://kbanh.org/2016/06/kearsarge-beekeepers-potluck-picnic/) - SUNDAY, JULY 10, 2016 (rain or shine) 1-4 p.m. At MUSTER FIELD FARM, Harvey Road, North Sutton, NH PLEASE BRING: THE WHOLE FAMILY!... & FOOD/DRINK TO SHARE (last name A-L Salads/Sides, M-Z Desserts/Drinks) If you don’t feel like cooking, how about Chips, pickles, etc.? Also bring: CHAIRS, SOMETHING FOR THE RAFFLE (optional), BEE VEILS to
- [June Newsletter is All The News That's Fit To Buzz About](https://kbanh.org/2016/06/june-newsletter-is-all-the-news-thats-fit-to-buzz-about/) - Click below to catch the Buzz: KBA Newsletter June 2016
- [Meeting on Friday May 13 & May Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2016/05/meeting-on-friday-may-13-may-newsletter/) - May Newsletter: kba may 2016 newsletter NEXT MEETING FRIDAY, MAY 13 7-9 PM PILLSBURY LIBRARY WARNER Speaker: KEN KUHN on Catching Swarms
- [Waiting for the April Newsletter?](https://kbanh.org/2016/04/waiting-for-the-april-newsletter/) - Wait for it... waaaaaait for it... KBA April 2016 newsletter BOOM! There is is!
- [Slovenian Beekeeping on April 9th](https://kbanh.org/2016/03/slovenian-beekeeping-on-april-9th/) - Kearsarge Beekeeper's Association Presents A Slovenian Beekeeping Presentation By Suzanne Brouillette A Raffle of 2 Beehives with Bees Come and join us at our club meeting at the Warner Town hall (downstairs) On Saturday, April 9 from 9-11 am Ask any questions you may have about beekeeping You are invited to hear about the beautiful Slovene
- [The March newsletter is HERE!](https://kbanh.org/2016/03/the-march-newsletter-is-here/) - Click. Read. Say, "Wow!" 201603_KBA_Newsletter
- [February Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2016/02/february-newsletter-2/) - Click on the link below... KBA_newsletter feb 2016
- [Meeting on January 9th and January-February 2016 Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2016/01/meeting-on-january-9th-and-january-february-216-newsletter/) - Important meeting on January 9th, 9-11AM at Pillsbury Library in Warner, NH. AGENDA 1) Call to order, reports 2) Election of new officers 3) Updates on coming events > Planning 2016 > Meeting dates 4) Programs & speakers 5) Old and new business 6) In the Hive with Troy Hall And... the January/February 2016 newsletter: KBAnewsletter_jan-feb_2016
- [October to December 2015 Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2016/01/october-to-december-2015-newsletter/) - Time to catch up on the KBA Buzz... click the link below for the October/November/December newsletter: KBA_oct-dec2015 newsletter
- [FINAL REMINDER FOR NHBA MEETING, SAT. OCT. 24, 2015, 9-3](https://kbanh.org/2015/10/final-reminder-for-nhba-meeting-sat-oct-24-2015-9-3/) - HOSTED BY KEARSARGE BEEKEEPERS ASSN. AT ST. METHODIOS FAITH & HERITAGE CENTER, 329 CAMP MERRIMACK ROAD IN CONTOOCOOK DEADLINE TO SIGN UP FOR LUNCH HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 10/22. Convenient and delicious! ATTENDEES MUST BE PAID MEMBERS OF NHBA ONE OR TWO MORE KBA VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED. PLEASE CONTACT MARTIN MARKLIN ATmartin@marklincandle.com THE SPEAKER WILL
- [September Newsletter!](https://kbanh.org/2015/09/september-newsletter-2/) - KBA newsletter SEP2015 (Thanks Barbara!)
- [Here's the Buzz on the KBA SUMMER POT-LUCK PICNIC](https://kbanh.org/2015/07/heres-the-buzz-on-the-kba-summer-pot-luck-picnic/) - SUNDAY, AUGUST 2, 2015 (weather permitting) 1 – 4 p.m. At Marklin Candle Design 28 Riverside Drive, Contoocook, NH Children welcome! Please bring: chairs, a side dish, salad or dessert to share & a raffle prize (You might also want to bring a bee veil in case of a visit to the bee yard) Please RSVP to
- [Hear-Ye Hear-Ye! The July-August Newsletter Is HERE!](https://kbanh.org/2015/07/hear-ye-hear-ye-the-july-august-newsletter-is-here/) - So, just when is Barbara Burns going to win a Pulitzer? ;) Click on the link below.... KBA july august 2015 newsletter
- [June Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2015/06/june-newsletter-2/) - Just off the press: Hotter 'n melted beeswax! kba june 2015 newsletter
- [Hot off the Press: KBA's May 2015 Newsletter!](https://kbanh.org/2015/05/hot-off-the-press-kbas-may-2015-newsletter/) - To get the latest scoop: kba_may2015
- [KBA Meeting this Saturday, May 9th](https://kbanh.org/2015/05/kba-meeting-this-saturday-may-9th/) - Special Speaker: Planting for Honey Bees Amy Papineau, UNH Cooperative Extension Field Specialist, will discuss how to support your foraging honey bees by providing them with sources of quality pollen and nectar throughout the spring, summer, and fall. We will also have the business meeting, "In the Hive", etc. Meeting time is 9-11 a.m. at
- [Interesting article using networked sensors to defeat Varroa Mites](https://kbanh.org/2015/04/interesting-article-using-networked-sensors-to-defeat-varroa-mites/) - Click here: (Takes you to an Electronic Design News article) http://goo.gl/biJGiw
- [Pollinator Workshop](https://kbanh.org/2015/04/pollinator-workshop/) - There will be a Pollinator Workshop on April 23, from 9:30 – noon. Held at the Picnic Rock Farm in Meredith, NH. On-line Poster:
- [March/April Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2015/04/marchapril-newsletter/) - Hot off the PDF: ;) KBA_APR2015
- [Bee Suppliers for 2015](https://kbanh.org/2015/02/bee-suppliers-for-2015/) - Here is a list of some bee suppliers in the area. This list is not all encompassing, it is just the suppliers that we are aware of nearby. The listing order is not indicative of preference or quality. It just is a list. Get your bees ordered early, it may be too late for some
- [No February 14 meeting...](https://kbanh.org/2015/02/no-february-14-meeting/) - Next regular meeting will be April 11th. Bee school is in session.
- [Canterbury Shaker Village Offers Beginning Beekeeping Workshop February 21](https://kbanh.org/2015/02/canterbury-shaker-village-offers-beginning-beekeeping-workshop-february-21/) - (Note: This is not the same as the KBA Workshop) Canterbury Shaker Village Offers Beginning Beekeeping Workshop 2015 series of Shaker-inspired workshops kicks off with a focus on adding pollinators the landscape CANTERBURY, NH: Canterbury Shaker Village will kick off its 2015 schedule of Shaker-inspired workshops with Beginning Beekeeping on Saturday, February 21, 2015 from
- [February 2015 Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2015/02/february-2015-newsletter/) - Click the link below to read the latest, greatest KBA Newsletter KBA_FEB2015
- [January KBA Meeting - Update!](https://kbanh.org/2015/01/january-kba-meeting/) - ANNUAL CYCLES AND OVERWINTERING THE BEEKEEPER by David and Dorinda Priebe. Kearsarge Beekeepers Association is pleased to welcome David and Dorinda Priebe as guest presenters at their next meeting, Saturday, January 10, 2015. David and Dorinda are New Hampshire beekeepers who have completed the Master Beekeepers Certification from the Eastern Apicultural Society. Come and
- [December/January Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2015/01/decemberjanuary-newsletter/) - KBA_NEWSLETTER_JAN2015 (Click on the above link to view the newsletter) Many Thanks to Barbara who keeps cranking these wonderful newsletters out!
- [2015 Bee School Dates Announced](https://kbanh.org/2014/11/2015-bee-school-dates-announced/) - Download the Registration Form: kba-bee-school-registration-2015 When: Feb.14 & 21 and March 7 &21 Where: Kearsarge Regional Middle School, (Guild Pond Rd. N.Sutton) Time: 1 to 4PM Cost: $50.00 Includes book Contact info: For more info call Bill McDonald at 863-4012 Mail registration your form to: Bill McDonald281 Blueberry Ridge Rd.Newport, NH 03773
- [Oct-Nov Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2014/11/oct-nov-newsletter/) - Click on link below for the October-November 2014 Newsletter: KBA_oct-nov_2014_newsletter
- [ANNUAL POTLUCK TURKEY DINNER](https://kbanh.org/2014/10/annual-potluck-turkey-dinner/) - KEARSARGE BEEKEEPERS POTLUCK TURKEY DINNER Friday, November 7, 2014, 6:00 pm East Andover Grange Hall, just off Rt. 11 (Turn right at church and it is on your left) PLEASE RSVP BY NOV. 2 to David & Linda Hartman Phone: 456-3881 Or email: davidehartman@hotmail.com LET THEM KNOW WHAT YOU PLAN TO BRING: SIDE DISH DESSERT
- [No October Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2014/10/no-october-meeting/) - It was voted at the September KBA meeting not to hold an October meeting due to the fact that our regular meeting date falls on Columbus Day Weekend and the Warner Main St. and Library will be very tied up celebrating the Fall Foliage Festival. Details on the November dinner will be sent with the
- [September 2014 KBA Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2014/09/september-2014-kba-newsletter/) - Click below for the September newletter: KBA sept 2014 newsletter Also.... don't forget the next meeting is Saturday, September 13th at the Warner library!
- [Newsletter July-August is HERE!](https://kbanh.org/2014/08/newsletter-july-august-is-here/) - Hot off the presses! Thanks Barbara! KBA_AUG2014
- [June 2014 Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2014/06/june-2014-newsletter/) - The KBA June 2014 Newsletter: KBA_JUN2014
- [CCD Newest Study](https://kbanh.org/2014/05/ccd-newest-study/) - Here is a news article covering a recent study testing a theory on CCD (Colony Collapse Disorder) http://finance.yahoo.com/news/scientists-may-finally-pinpointed-whats-221000439.html
- [Hippo does Bees](https://kbanh.org/2014/05/hippo-does-bees/) - http://www.e-pages.dk/thehippo/355/ May 8th, 2014 edition
- [May 2014 Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2014/05/may-2014-newsletter/) - KBA May 2014 newsletter Another wonderful newsletter by Barbara Burns! Recipes, links, articles etc. may be sent to Barbara (KBA Newsletter editor) at barbarabbb AT tds DOT net or PO Box 90, North Sutton, NH 03260
- [KBA's April Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2014/04/kbas-april-newsletter/) - To read the March/April 2014 Newsletter CLICK HERE
- [KBA Adopts a 'Mostly' Monthly Meeting Schedule](https://kbanh.org/2014/03/kba-adopts-a-mostly-monthly-meeting-schedule/) - At the March meeting of the KBA, there was discussion and a vote on whether to keep the 6 meetings/year or move to a 'mostly' monthly meeting. The vote was to accept the monthly meeting schedule, holding the meeting on the second Saturday of each month with the following exceptions: July (to allow flexibility for
- [February Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2014/03/february-newsletter/) - To read the KBA February 2014 newsletter, click on the link below: FEB2014_KBA_NEWSLETTER
- [March Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2014/02/march-meeting/) - March 8th at 10:00AM at Warner Library
- [NEW or RENEW your KBA Membership?](https://kbanh.org/2014/02/new-or-renew-your-kba-membership/) - The 2014 Dues are $15 (SUCH a Deal!) and the 2014 membership form (below) with dues should be set to: Robin Gray P.O.Box 275 Warner NH 03278 Please print and complete the form below and include with your Dues: kba-2014-membership-form.pdf
- [Hi-Tech Bees](https://kbanh.org/2014/01/hi-tech-bees/) - The bees are attached to little RFID antennas so that scientist can track their movements: http://www.geek.com/science/scientists-glue-sensors-to-5000-bees-in-a-bid-to-better-understand-them-1582223/
- [January Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2014/01/january-meeting/) - Next KBA Meeting is Saturday January 11th, 10AM to Noon at the Pillsbury Public Library in Warner, NH.
- [Annual KBA Holiday Potluck: RSVP by November 1st!](https://kbanh.org/2013/10/annual-kba-holiday-potluck-rsvp-by-november-1st/) - Potluck Supper! Friday, November 8th, 6PM East Andover Grange, Rt. 11 RSVP to Linda Hartman by November 1st: 456-3881 Tell Linda what you are bringing (salad, dessert, appetizer, starch, vegetable, etc.) Volunteer to help Linda Hartman and Cynthia Hayes set up (call Linda) Bring raffle items! Turkey and trimmings provided by Peter Zak & Mary Lloyd-Evans (Next club
- [November Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2013/10/november-newsletter/) - The November Newsletter is here.... Please read the timely information about the KBA Holiday Potluck on November 8th! November_2013_KBA_newsletter
- [Connecticut Beekeepers' Fall Conference](https://kbanh.org/2013/10/connecticut-beekeepers-fall-conference/) - Connecticut Beekeepers Association's fall conference, SNEBA on November 23rd at the Groton Inn and Suites in Groton, CT. Our speakers this year are Gary Reuter, Phil Craft and Larry Connor. The cost is $50 before October 31st and $65 after. This includes lunch and breaks. Information is available from www.sneba.com and online registration at www.wicwas.com
- [September Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2013/09/september-newsletter/) - September 2013 KBA newsletter
- [Eye of the BEE-holder](https://kbanh.org/2013/07/eye-of-the-bee-holder/) - A short video explaining how flowers look very different to bees than humans. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQlHuudidDo&feature=player_embedded
- [KBA Summer Picnic](https://kbanh.org/2013/06/kba-summer-picnic/) - Sunday, July 14, 2013 1:00 p.m. BBQ and Potluck (bring a dish) Home of Alan & Sally Carruth Camel Hump Road, Newport RSVP please to: Email: evernew@myfairpoint.net Phone: (603) 863-7064 (See June 2013 newsletter for directions)
- [June Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2013/06/june-newsletter/) - Clikc here: June 2013 KEARSARGE BEEKEEPERS
- [](https://kbanh.org/2013/06/107/) - Troy is willing to host a NUC workshop on June 22nd at 10 am. Location would be either at his home or one of his bee yards in Plainfield. He's also looking for people who are willing to volunteer time to help catch queens! Catch dates: June 20, June 28, July 6th, July 14,
- [Next KBA Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2013/05/next-kba-meeting-2/) - The next KBA meeting is Friday, May 10th at the Pillsbury Library in Warner at 7:00PM.
- [May Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2013/04/may-newsletter/) - The May newsletter can be found here: May 2013 KBA newsletter
- [2013 Packages](https://kbanh.org/2013/04/2013-packages/) - We got our packages on the 25th, the same as Janet and Tom. I went with Bam to Tyngsboro, MA on Sunday to get a car load of bees. We had fogged up windows with 25 packages of bees in the back seat and trunk! My four packages spent the night in the basement and
- [Winning Bee Keeper Essay](https://kbanh.org/2013/03/winning-bee-keeper-essay/) - This essay was written and read by the winner, Hannah Falcone of Plainfield, at the Spring NH Beekeepers Association Meeting held in Bow on March 216, 2013. She is now a candidate at the national level of the 4H essay contest. Enjoy! Bee_Essay_Winner_2013
- [Bee packages](https://kbanh.org/2013/03/bee-packages/) - This year we decided to have our packages delivered on March 25. Others mentioned at the KBA meeting last Saturday, theirs were arriving late April and early May. Our first year beekeeping in 2009, we installed our packages the first week of April and both made it through the winter like gangbusters. Did it give
- [Pollen patties](https://kbanh.org/2013/03/pollen-patties/) - Tom and I put two pollen patties on our hive on Sunday when it was sunny and 50 degrees. The bee girls were flying! Even though spring is next week, now was definitely the time to do it. The hive was good and strong! We put two patties right inside the inner cover on top
- [T-Shirt Order Form](https://kbanh.org/2013/03/t-shirt-order-form/) - If you can load MS Excel files, the link to the KBA T-Shirt order spreadsheet is below: KBA shirt order form 2013
- [Next KBA Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2013/03/next-kba-meeting/) - March 9th, 10AM at the Warner Public Library Speaker TBD.
- [KBA T-Shirts??? YES!!!!](https://kbanh.org/2013/03/kba-t-shirts-yes/) - T-shirt order information is here: KBA_T-Shirt_info Order forms will be available at the March 9th meeting.
- [KBA By-Laws](https://kbanh.org/2013/03/kba-by-laws/) - KBA Bylaws_2010
- [February 2013 Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2013/03/february-2013-newsletter/) - It is March already? Sorry folks... a wee bit late, I am. Thanks to Janet for getting the newsletter together. Here is the link to the February Newsletter: KBA_FEB2013
- [January 2013 Meeting](https://kbanh.org/2012/12/january-2013-meeting/) - Date: January 12th, 10:00AM to noon Location: Warner Library
- [2013 Membership is due!](https://kbanh.org/2012/12/2013-membership-is-due/) - Please CLICK HERE to get the 2013 membership form. Fill it out and mail it to the address provided.
- [KBA December 2012 Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2012/12/kba-december-2012-newsletter/) - CLICK HERE to read the KBA December 2012 Newsletter!
- [KBA Bee School!](https://kbanh.org/2012/12/kba-bee-school/) - The KBA is hosting a Bee School Dates: Jan 19, Feb 2, Feb 16, March 2 Time: 1-4 pm Where: Kearsarge Regional Middle School To register (required) please complete this form: CLICK HERE and mail it to the address provided. This is a fantastic opportunity to get acquainted with beekeeping and local beekeepers! There is no replacement for hands-on experience and advice in beekeeping!
- [Reminder: Bee School Planning Meeting this Friday 12/7](https://kbanh.org/2012/12/reminder-bee-school-planning-meeting-this-friday-127/) - Bill MacDonald asked me to send this email to remind you that there is a 2013 Bee School Planning Committee meeting this Friday, December 7th at 7:00 at the Pillsbury Library in Warner. Bill is heading up the school this year which will take place in February and March 2013. Please consider helping out in any way.
- [October Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2012/11/october-newsletter/) - To see the October 2012 Newsletter, click here.
- [KBA Potluck November 9th](https://kbanh.org/2012/11/kba-potluck-november-9th/) - Hey all you wonderful beekeepers! If you haven't already done so, please take a minute to call Cynthia or Peter before today is over and RSVP for the Bee Club potluck on November 9th at 6:00 pm. at the East Andover Grange. Peter is cooking turkeys and needs to know how many to buy. Cynthia
- [August 2012 Newsletter](https://kbanh.org/2012/08/august-2012-newsletter/) - Click on the link below to read the August 2012 Newsletter.... KBA_AUG2012 (I will try to get older newsletters up as time goes on)
- [Next Meeting..... September 14th](https://kbanh.org/2012/08/next-meeting-september-14th/) - Next Meeting Friday, September 14th / Pillsbury Library, Warner The meeting will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Agenda: 1. Recap by Bob Naylor of Northeast Treatment Free Beekeeping Conference, July 24‐29, Leominster, MA (held July 24‐29) 2. Recap by Troy Hall and any one else who attended the Eastern Apiculture Society Conference in Burlington,
- [And so it begins!](https://kbanh.org/2012/08/hello-world/) - For several years I have been looking for a cheap, quick, cheap, easy, cheap, standard, cheap way to design websites.... oh, did I mention cheap? I am not a designer by any means, but I enjoy tinkering on-line. There are also several websites I maintain (including my own at www.mikebellino.com ) and I'd really wanted to

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- [KBA Apiary](https://kbanh.org/club-apiary/) - Learn About HoneyBees and the Art of Beekeeping "The hum of bees is the voice of the garden". - Elizabeth Lawrence - Click below to watch 'The Power of Pollinators' with Dr. Samuel Ramsey KBA Hands on Workshops (HOWS) KBA offers weekly workshops during the beekeeping season to provide members the opportunity to learn in
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- [Located in the heart of New Hampshire](https://kbanh.org/located-in-the-heart-of-new-hampshire/) - Serving the communities of the Mount Kearsarge region, including Warner, Bradford, Andover, New London, Springfield, Newbury, and more. Learn more about our club and the region we are keeping bees. About Us
- [Learn about honeybees and the art of beekeeping](https://kbanh.org/learn/) - Education through Collaboration: Bee School, Hands-On Workshops, Guest Speakers, Mentorships, and Community Outreach Programs. Learn More
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## Topics

- [I need a Queen](https://kbanh.org/forums/topic/i-need-a-queen/) - My new this year colony has already lost its queen, does anyone in the Sunapee area have an extra they can sell? 603-727-8846 Many thanks SY
- [For Sale](https://kbanh.org/forums/topic/for-sale/) - I sell bee hives for BeeCastle of Australia. They come in many custom combinations and are made with excellent quality features. A natural wood grain look with a wax coating makes an attractive and longer-lasting finish attract Pricing includes assembly and delivery. Some features include dove-tail joinery on all corners then predrilled and screwed, black
- [KBA Club History](https://kbanh.org/forums/topic/kba-club-history/) - Interested in learning more about the history of the Kearsarge Beekeepers Association. Please share any information you have about how the club came to be.
- [Member Spotlight](https://kbanh.org/forums/topic/member-spotlight/) - I think it would be fun to have a password-protected area for members to learn about other members... where they are located, how long they have been keeping bees, how many hives they manage, etc. I think it would strengthen our community!

## Replies

- [](https://kbanh.org/forums/reply/2240/) - John this is fantastic. Thank you for taking the time, and welcome to the forum!
- [](https://kbanh.org/forums/reply/2239/) - 1.8.23 I did a bit of research and found this on the KBA website. This excerpt came from the 1/11/14 Newsletter that is available on our website’s homepage if you keep scrolling down, and down and down.
- [](https://kbanh.org/forums/reply/2223/) - I'm in!

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## Events

- [2026 NHBA Fall Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/2026-nhba-fall-meeting/) - 2026 Fall Meeting with Theresa Martin, author of Dead Bees Don't Make Honey https://www.nhbeekeepers.org/event/2026-fall-meeting-with-theresa-martin
- [2026 NHBA Muster Field Picnic](https://kbanh.org/event/2025-nhba-muster-field-picnic/) - Save the date! NHBA will be having their annual smoker contest and barbecue with guest speaker Randy Oliver. Cost is free for NHBA members and $10 for non-members.
- [HOWS: Winter Prep/Feeding](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-winter-prep-feeding/)
- [HOWS - Weighing the Hive](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-weighing-the-hive/)
- [Farm Days at Musterfield Farm](https://kbanh.org/event/farm-days-at-musterfield-farm/) - KBA Volunteers needed for honey sales at the museum's largest event of the year. A two-day celebration of all things agricultural, historical, and farm-related. This event features special exhibits and demonstrations throughout the farm’s fields and in its historic buildings. Children will be well entertained - ice cream making, stilt walking, hay rides, kiddie tractor
- [HOWS: Inspections](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-inspections-3/)
- [HOWS: Mite Wash](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-mite-wash/)
- [Home Apiary Visit: Honey Extraction](https://kbanh.org/event/home-apiary-visit-honey-extraction/) - Join Patrice at her apiary in Hopkinton to learn about honey extraction and bottling. Watch your email before the event for her address and directions.
- [Home Apiary Visit: Layens Hive](https://kbanh.org/event/home-apiary-visit-layens-hive/) - Join Patrice at her apiary to learn about Layens Hives, which feature insulated, tall frames that mimic hollow trees! The club will buzz over to Hopkinton after the monthly meeting. Watch your email for the reminder to see her address and directions.
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-17/)
- [HOWS: Making Queens/Splits](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-making-queens-splits/)
- [HOWS: Inspections](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-inspections-4/)
- [HOWS: Inspections](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-inspections-2/)
- [HOWS: Keeping Calm in the Apiary](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-keeping-calm-in-the-apiary/)
- [HOWS: Swarms & Traps](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-swarms-traps/)
- [HOWS:     Mite Wash/Treatments](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-mite-wash-treatments/)
- [Home Apiary Visit - Susan Menard](https://kbanh.org/event/home-apiary-visit-susan-menard/) - Join KBA for a visit at Susan's home apiary in Weare. Members, check your most recent club email for her address or contact us.
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-11/)
- [KBA Summer Picnic & Smoker Contest](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-summer-picnic-2/) - Save the date! More details to follow.. Join us 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! Smoker contest begins at 10am!
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-16/)
- [HOWS: Unwrapping Hives/TBH Package Install](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-3/)
- [HOWS - Deadouts](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-deadouts/) - Join Shreve at his apiary to examine 5 hives that did not survive the winter for possible causation. Dress warm as it will be a chilly day. For apiary address, please refer to the club email recently sent about this event.
- [2026 NHBA Spring Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/2026-nhba-spring-meeting/) - Save the date! March 21, 2026. Scott McArt will be speaking on the effects of pesticides on native and honey bees. He will also speak on his experience enacting legislation to ban neonicotinoids in the State of NY. Registration and lunch sign up can be found here at the bottom of the page: https://www.nhbeekeepers.org/membership Celebrations Catering
- [Harvest Day at Muster Field Farm](https://kbanh.org/event/farm-days-at-muster-field-farm/) - Join KBA and come celebrate the summer’s harvest at Muster Field Farm Museum. It is time to enjoy the beauty of the farm and reap the benefits of the growing season. Homemade soups can be purchased in the Pillsbury Barn while listening to live music. The Homestead will be open for tours for a portion of
- [World Bee Day](https://kbanh.org/event/world-bee-day/) - 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.
- [NH Farm, Forest, & Garden Expo](https://kbanh.org/event/nh-farm-forest-garden-expo/) - The 43rd New Hampshire Farm, Forest & Garden Expo is a hands-on, family-friendly celebration of agriculture, forestry, and land stewardship in the Granite State. Our 2026 theme, From Soil to Sawdust: How New Hampshire Makes Ag Happen, brings the full story to life — showing how New Hampshire’s natural resources are transformed into the food we eat, the tools
- [NH Farm, Forest & Garden Expo](https://kbanh.org/event/nh-farm-forest-garden-expo-2/) - The 43rd New Hampshire Farm, Forest & Garden Expo is a hands-on, family-friendly celebration of agriculture, forestry, and land stewardship in the Granite State. Our 2026 theme, From Soil to Sawdust: How New Hampshire Makes Ag Happen, brings the full story to life — showing how New Hampshire’s natural resources are transformed into the food we eat, the tools
- [KBA Bee School 2026 Session #4](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-bee-school-2026/)
- [Coffee & Conversation: Beekeeping From The Hive Up](https://kbanh.org/event/coffee-conversation-beekeeping-from-the-hive-up/) - ☕ Come for the coffee, stay for the buzz. Join the New Hampshire Farm Bureau (NHFB) for our March Coffee & Conversation on Wednesday, March 5, as we dive into the fascinating world of beekeeping as a hobby — from the hive up. Whether you’re bee-curious, dreaming of your first hive, or already enchanted by
- [Pollinator Pathways](https://kbanh.org/event/pollinator-pathways/) - Pollinators are crucial for the ecosystem and their numbers are declining precipitously. Pathways NH is a community effort to restore habitat one yard at a time, through community partnerships, education and engagement. Come and learn about who our pollinators are, the threats they face, and what we can do to help restore them and their
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-15/)
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-14/)
- [KBA Guest Speaker Series](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-guest-speaker-series-3/) - Erin Evans is an EAS Certified Master Beekeeper and holds and advanced certification in Permaculture design. She operates a non-migratory beekeeping farm in Portland, Maine. overlandhoney.com
- [NHBA Fall Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/nhba-fall-meeting/) - This year's NHBA Fall Meeting, hosted by North Country Beekeepers will feature guest speaker Mike Palmer. Meeting cost for members is $35 if registered by Oct 3, 2025 or $45 after that. Breakfast is provided and sponsored by North Country Beekeepers and Lunch is included in the cost of the meeting. Register here at the
- [HOWS - Wax Rendering](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-wax-rendering/) - Please check your email for directions to Shreve's Apiary
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-13/) - Save the Date! Location TBD, more information to follow
- [2025 Harvest Dinner](https://kbanh.org/event/2025-harvest-dinner-2/) - The annual KBA Harvest Dinner will be held on November 7th at The Red Barn in Wilmot, NH. Social hour begins at 5pm and dinner will follow at 6pm. Remember to bring a sample of your honey for the contest and a donation for the raffle.
- [Hive Winterization](https://kbanh.org/event/hive-winterization/)
- [HOWS - OA Treatments](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-oa-treatments/)
- [HOWS: Honey Extraction](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-honey-extraction/)
- [HOWS - Inspections](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-inspections/)
- [Fall Feeding Prep](https://kbanh.org/event/fall-feeding-preparation/)
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-12/)
- [HOWS - Mite Treatments](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-mite-treatments/)
- [HOWS: Pulling Supers](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-pulling-supers/)
- [HOWS: Brood Diseases & Demaree Splits](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-brood-diseases-demaree-splits/) - NH State Bee Inspector Dave Priebe and Dorinda Priebe join KBA at the apiary.
- [HOWS: Mite Checks](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-mite-checks/)
- [HOWS: Hive Inspections](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-hive-inspections-2/)
- [HOWS: Dearth is Coming!](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-dearth-is-coming/)
- [HOWS: Making Splits](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-making-splits/)
- [HOWS: Hive Inspections](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-hive-inspections-3/)
- [EAS Conference](https://kbanh.org/event/eas-conference/) - The 2025 EAS Conference will be held in the Doubletree by Hilton, located at 2349 Marlton Pike West, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002. This conference center offers excellent accommodations at a very reasonable price – many of the rooms are newly renovated and provide scenic views of the Philadelphia Skyline.
- [Wilmot Farmers Market](https://kbanh.org/event/wilmot-farmers-market/) - KBA will have a booth and will be selling our apiary's honey. Join us and support local farmers!
- [HOWS: Swarm Control/Queen Marking](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-swarm-control/)
- [HOWS: Hive Inspections](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-hive-inspections/)
- [HOWS: Cancelled](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-7/)
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-10/)
- [HOWS: CANCELLED](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-2/) - This event has been cancelled due to the snowstorm.
- [HOWS: Queen Release](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-4/)
- [HOWS: Laying Queen?](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-5/)
- [HOWS: Brood Diseases](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-6/)
- [HOWS](https://kbanh.org/event/hows/) - ELECTRIC FENCING AND DEADOUTS- WHY? AND WHAT NOW?
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-9/)
- [SABA Spring Seminar](https://kbanh.org/event/saba-spring-seminar/) - The Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association (SABA) will once again be holding the popular Spring Seminar on March 29th in Malta, NY Click HERE for more information or email questions to SABA at sababees1965@gmail.com
- [NHBA 2025 Spring Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/nhba-2025-spring-meeting/) - Save the Date! The NHBA Spring Meeting and Raffle will be February 22nd at Camp Carpenter featuring guest speaker Dr. Nathalie Steinhauer.
- [KBA 2025 Bee School](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-2024-bee-school/) - Sessions are held on Saturdays beginning January 25th. For more information, please navigate to the Bee School page on our website or send us an email. kbanhbschool@gmail.com Help spread the word and share on your socials.
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-8/) - Join us for our monthly meeting! Help spread the word and share on your socials.
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-7/) - Join us for the first meeting of the 2025 season at the Sutton Fire Department.
- [NHBA Fall Meeting Hosted by KBA](https://kbanh.org/event/nhba-fall-meeting-hosted-by-kba/) - 2024 NHBA Fall Meeting hosted by KBA. This year's NHBA Fall meeting will be hosted by Kearsarge Beekeepers with Speaker Cory Stevens who will be speaking on breeding for mite and disease resistance followed by a round table discussion with Cory, Troy Hall, and Shane Howard about their experiences. A vote will be taken on
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-6/) - Please note: venue change for October. Bring Your Own Coffee (BYOC) this month as we will be meeting at the Sutton Volunteer Fire Department due to Warner' Fall Foliage Weekend. Long sleeve T-shirts will be available for $20 cash/check ahead of the NHBA's fall meeting.
- [HOWS 8/31](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-8-31/) - Mite Testing
- [HOWS 8/17](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-8-17/) - Honey Harvest
- [Pemi-Baker Beekeepers Guest Speaker Event](https://kbanh.org/event/pemi-baker-beekeepers-guest-speaker-event/) - Join Pemi-Baker Beeks for their event with guest speaker Reyah Carlson, nationally and internationally recognized apitherapist who will be discussing apitherapy and products from a hive.
- [KBA Guest Speaker Series](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-guest-speaker-series-2/) - Join us for our monthly meeting and guest speaker, Andrew Munkres from Lemon Fair Honeyworks - Treatment-Free Beekeeping in Vermont's Champlain Valley https://lemonfairhoneyworks.com
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-5/) - Monthly business meeting with guest speaker Susan Menard who will be discussing Overwintering Preparation: Treatments, Feeding and Robbing Prevention.
- [HOWS 8/3](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-8-3/) - Essential oils for mite control with Kevin S.
- [HOWS 7/20](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-7-20/) - 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!
- [HOWS 6/29](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-6-29/) - Hive inspections with guest, NH State Apiary Inspector Dave Priebe and master beekeeper, Dorinda Priebe! A HOWS not to miss!
- [HOWS 6/8](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-6-8/) - 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.
- [HOWS 6/22](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-6-22/) - Hive inspections with Amelia
- [HOWS 6/15](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-6-15/) - Hive inspections with Bam
- [HOWS 6/2](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-6-2/) - Queen rearing with Shane H
- [HOWS 6/1](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-6-1/) - Varroa mite testing and IPM options with Kim P
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-4/) - Monthly business meeting followed by guest speaker: Ang Roell for a discussion about queen rearing. Learn more at: theykeepbees.com
- [HOWS 5/25](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-5-25/) - Hive Inspection & Queen Marking
- [NHBA Summer Picnic](https://kbanh.org/event/nhba-summer-picnic/) - Join us for the NHBA annual summer picnic and smoker contest
- [HOWS 5/18](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-5-18/) - Join Eric and Bill in the Apiary for inspections and lots of good wisdom about the dearth coming later in the summer— beekeepers, like honeybees, think ahead of now, into the next season.
- [Hands On Workshop 5/11](https://kbanh.org/event/hands-on-workshop-5-12/) - Creating nucleus colonies with Bam and John
- [Hands On Workshop 5/4](https://kbanh.org/event/hands-on-workshop-11-18/) - Hive inspection and queen marking - swarm prevention checks with Shreve and Diana.
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-3/) - Monthly business meeting followed by a presentation on varroa mites by Kim Pease
- [Hands On Workshop 4/27](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-4-6/) - First inspection of newly installed bee packages with John and Mike.
- [Hands On Workshop 4/20](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-4-20/) - Hive inspection of the KBA overwintered hives with Amelia and Carol. We will be checking for laying queens in new colonies and making 1:1 syrup. Please bring a closed quart container if you’d like to take some home!
- [Northeast Honey Bee Update: Lunch and Learn Series](https://kbanh.org/event/northeast-honey-bee-update-lunch-and-learn-series/) - 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
- [HOWS 4/13](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-4-13/) - Checking on queens from newly installed packages and feeding with Bam Fleury
- [KBA Summer Picnic](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-summer-picnic/) - 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!
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting-2/) - KBA Welcomes Guest Speaker Dorinda Priebe for a presentation on "Swarms"
- [NHBA Spring Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/nhba-spring-meeting/) - NHBA Annual Spring Meeting with Guest Speaker Zac Lamas The 2023 Spring Meeting and Raffle will feature our guest speaker and local boy made good, Zachery Lamas. Zac will discuss his latest research on the presence of varroa in drone cells. And as always we will have a spectacular raffle! Register for the 2024 Spring
- [HOWS 3/30](https://kbanh.org/event/hows-3-30/) - Topic- Electric Fencing with Kim Pease
- [KBA Monthly Meeting](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-monthly-meeting/) - Join us for our monthly business meeting featuring guest speakers and live demonstrations throughout the beekeeping season.
- [CABA Holiday Social & Club Open House](https://kbanh.org/event/caba-holiday-social-club-open-house/)
- [Hands On Workshop 11/16](https://kbanh.org/event/hands-on-workshop-11-16/) - OA mite treatment with Diane
- [KBA Guest Speaker Series](https://kbanh.org/event/kba-guest-speaker-series/) - Join us for KBA's November meeting with guest speaker Dr. Zac Lamas. Not a KBA member? Tickets will be available online beginning 11/1/23 or pay at the door. Cost includes 3 month KBA club membership. $15 for individuals, $20 for families. *KBA members do not need to pay to attend this event. Purchase a ticket

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