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BSSA EVENTS

In addition to our monthly meetings and education classes, we run regular come and try practical field days for those that want to get hands-on experience in a hive.

We also organise excursions guided by local experts, and support public events such as the Royal Adelaide Show and Sophie's Patch open gardens.

    • 18 Jan 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Selgar Avenue, Clovelly Park
    • 1
    Register

    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 ?? Honey extraction if ready Summer management

    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

    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. Due to roadworks, Bob has provided directions to access Selgar Ave as follows:

    Exit off South Road at Tonsley Boulevard and into MAB Circuit. The first turn right will bring you into Selgar Ave.

    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:

    • the forecast temperature is below 17 or over 30 degrees
    • if it is raining
    • However we now have secured an onsite area that enables us to work out of the rain on related topics without the bees.
    • 15 Feb 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Selgar Avenue, Clovelly Park
    • 14
    Register

    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 Consider the season, possibly start to reduce the number of supers on hive

    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

    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. Due to roadworks, Bob has provided directions to access Selgar Ave as follows:

    Exit off South Road at Tonsley Boulevard and into MAB Circuit. The first turn right will bring you into Selgar Ave.

    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:

    • the forecast temperature is below 17 or over 30 degrees
    • if it is raining
    • However we now have secured an onsite area that enables us to work out of the rain on related topics without the bees.
    • 15 Mar 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Selgar Avenue, Clovelly Park
    • 14
    Register

    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 Autumn management, possible honey extraction, cleaning stickies

    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

    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. Due to roadworks, Bob has provided directions to access Selgar Ave as follows:

    Exit off South Road at Tonsley Boulevard and into MAB Circuit. The first turn right will bring you into Selgar Ave.

    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:

    • the forecast temperature is below 17 or over 30 degrees
    • if it is raining
    • However we now have secured an onsite area that enables us to work out of the rain on related topics without the bees.
    • 5 Apr 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Selgar Avenue, Clovelly Park
    • 15
    Register

    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 Disease management, Alcohol wash x 2 hives

    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

    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. Due to roadworks, Bob has provided directions to access Selgar Ave as follows:

    Exit off South Road at Tonsley Boulevard and into MAB Circuit. The first turn right will bring you into Selgar Ave.

    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:

    • the forecast temperature is below 17 or over 30 degrees
    • if it is raining
    • However we now have secured an onsite area that enables us to work out of the rain on related topics without the bees.
    • 16 Apr 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Selgar Avenue, Clovelly Park
    • 14
    Register

    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 Disease management, Alcohol wash x 2 hives

    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

    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. Due to roadworks, Bob has provided directions to access Selgar Ave as follows:

    Exit off South Road at Tonsley Boulevard and into MAB Circuit. The first turn right will bring you into Selgar Ave.

    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:

    • the forecast temperature is below 17 or over 30 degrees
    • if it is raining
    • However we now have secured an onsite area that enables us to work out of the rain on related topics without the bees.
    • 16 May 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Selgar Avenue, Clovelly Park
    • 15
    Register

    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 Reduce hives to single brood box for winter

    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

    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. Due to roadworks, Bob has provided directions to access Selgar Ave as follows:

    Exit off South Road at Tonsley Boulevard and into MAB Circuit. The first turn right will bring you into Selgar Ave.

    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:

    • the forecast temperature is below 17 or over 30 degrees
    • if it is raining
    • However we now have secured an onsite area that enables us to work out of the rain on related topics without the bees.

Beekeepers’ Society of South Australia Inc.
P.O. Box 283, Fullarton SA 5063
office@bees.org.au
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