Practical hands-on beekeeping experience guided by club experts. An excellent way to gain experience in hive inspections and gain knowledge at the BSSA apiary.
This event will feature a workshop on Transition to Varroa Management delivered by Varroa Development Officers from PIRSA.
All are welcome, but non-members are only allowed to attend two sessions before they must join the BSSA.
All participants must have at least long sleeves, long-leg trousers (preferably light-coloured), closed shoes and a head veil. The BSSA have a limited supply of veils at each session. Please nominate your requirement to borrow a veil when registering.
Spaces are limited, and online registrations are necessary. If you require more information about the field day, contact Bob Beer on 0413 208 835
Cost: Register and pay online - $10 for Members, $20 for Non-Members.
The BSSA apiary is located on Selgar Ave in Clovelly Park. Click for a Google map. Please allow plenty of travel time to ensure an on time arrival.
IMPORTANT: The field day will not proceed (according to the previous night's forecast) if:
We have secured an area at the apiary that enables us to work out of the rain on related topics without the bees.