TVBA's monthly educational meetings provide a gathering place for beekeepers, enthusiasts and industry professionals to enjoy targeted content presented by talented speakers from around Texas. Fun and fellowship between like-minded attendees are an important aspect of every TVBA gathering. Meet fellow beekeepers, see old friends, make new connections and learn about bees, plants, beekeeping practices and more! Arrive early, stay late, grab snacks during the break-time... even join a few of us at the nearby Pub after the meeting and let's talk bees together. As every beekeeper knows- the learning never stops! *Scroll Down for Meeting Address + Map, & this month's Presentation Details.
We continue last month's conversation on honey bee reproduction, (which focused on beekeeper management) and take a deep dive into understanding the bees' impulse to swarm and create a new hive.
Just how a beekeeper can pursue swarms and practice swarm management will be discussed by Ryan Giesecke, past-President of TVBA and a Master Beekeeper.
Join us and learn the 'why, 'when and 'what-for of honey bee swarming, including biology, behavior and beekeeper best practices.
Check out Ryan's Facebook page: Honey Bee Relocation Services
Master Woodworker, Beekeeper & Bee Remover
Pat "PJ" Kellywill also be at the meeting showcasing his woodenware for sale.
You can also find him on Facebook Marketplace if you can't make the meeting. A number of us here at TVBA use his woodenware for our hives and we can assure you, it is well made and a great deal.
Please check with Pat (via FB) to make sure he's good to go and knows to bring just what you need!