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 the following activities and information: disease management, disease instruction and varroa checks - sugar shakes, alcohol washes and uncapping drone brood.
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.
