Open Apiary - Charlotte, MI

Open Apiary times are an informal, unstructured gathering of members of the Great Plains Master Beekeeping program and members of the Heroes to Hives program. There will be brief demonstrations, questions and answers, and time to get hands-on experience with beehives.

To register for classes please send an email to: garybrownsr@outlook.com.

Bee Wise Farms - Newberry, MI

Man holding frame of bees

Open Apiary times are an informal, unstructured gathering of members of the Great Plains Master Beekeeping program. There will be brief demonstrations, questions and answers, and time to get hands-on experience with beehives. Each session will consist of conducting hive inspections and making seasonal management decisions. Registration is not required. 

Open Apiary Dates:

Date: 5-25-2024

Time: 2:00-4:00 PM

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Date: 6-22-2024

July 19th, 2023 Beekeeping Workshop in Novi, MI

Beekeepers inspecting hive

Join Michigan State University for an in-hive beekeeping workshop. The hands-on session will cover hive handling, how to inspect a colony for signs of disease or stress, and how to monitor and manage varroa mites.

Members of Great Plains Master Beekeeping can count this workshop toward field training hours. Current and past students in the Heroes to Hives program are welcome to register.

July 11th, 2023 Beekeeping Workshop in Lansing, MI

People inspecting hive

Join Michigan State University for an in-hive beekeeping workshop. The hands-on session will cover hive handling, how to inspect a colony for signs of disease or stress, and how to monitor and manage varroa mites.

Members of Great Plains Master Beekeeping can count this workshop toward field training hours. Current and past students in the Heroes to Hives program are welcome to register.

June 6th 2023 Beekeeping Workshop in Lansing, MI

People looking into Beehive

Join Michigan State University for an in-hive beekeeping workshop. The hands-on session will cover hive handling, how to inspect a colony for signs of disease or stress, and how to monitor and manage varroa mites.

Members of Great Plains Master Beekeeping can count this workshop toward field training hours. Current and past students in the Heroes to Hives program are welcome to register.

May 9th 2023 Beekeeping Workshop in Lansing, MI

People looking into beehive

Contact: Ana Heck

Join Michigan State University for an in-hive beekeeping workshop. The hands-on session will cover hive handling, how to inspect a colony for signs of disease or stress, and how to monitor and manage varroa mites.

Taking Varroa Seriously at Middle of the Mitten Beekeepers Association's Meeting

Bee with varroa mite

Join Middle of the Mitten Beekeepers Association's July meeting for a presentation on Taking Varroa Seriously by Ana Heck. We will cover about recent research on varroa mites, share new perspectives of effective mite management, and look at varroa data from Michigan State University colonies around the state.

Queen Rearing Workshop in Lansing, MI

Rearing Queens

Join Michigan State University beekeeping instructors, Dr.Zachary Huang and Dr. Meghan Milbrath, for a queen rearing workshop. The hands-on session will cover grafting, starter colonies, finishing colonies, and more!

Queen rearing workshop in Lansing, MI - Pollinators & Pollination

MI Queen Rearing
oin Michigan State University beekeeping instructors, Dr. Zachary Huang and Dr. Meghan Milbrath, for a queen rearing workshop. The hands-on session will cover grafting, starter colonies, finishing colonies, and more! Registration Deadline: June 11, 2023 - 11:30AM

Hap-Bee Hour: GPMB monthly webinar series

Great Plains Master Beekeeping Program is excited to host our Monthly Hap-Bee Hour Online Discussion Forum and Gathering. 

We have a variety of speakers that discuss topics related to seasonal beekeeping concerns. 

Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.