Harvest Meeting - Overwintering Your Hives

What is a harvest meeting without the delightful warmth of hot cider and freshly made doughnuts? This hands-on class is designed to immerse participants in the essential practices of beekeeping, particularly focusing on the crucial topic of winterizing your hives to ensure the health and survival of your bee colonies through the colder months.

During this session, we will be actively working in the apiary, where you will have the opportunity to apply several different methods of feeding and wrapping your hives. We will also explore various feeding techniques. Additionally, we will discuss the importance of insulating your hives and the various materials that can be used for wrapping your hives. Each method will be demonstrated in real-time, allowing participants to see firsthand the best practices for hive maintenance during the winter months. Furthermore, we will talk about the signs to look for in determining whether your hives are adequately…