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Introduction to Bee-Keeping

17 – 18 Apr 2010

Workshop

Aldermoor Farm

Upton Road
Ryde
PO33 3LA

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Introduction to Bee-Keeping

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Saturday & Sunday 17th & 18th April, 9.30pm to 4.30pm.

A gentle introduction to the art of bee-keeping and honey-making, from a long experienced and highly enthusiastic local expert.

Using real hives, Terry will explain and demonstrate:

  • the bees themselves - the natural workforce,

  • the equipment - putting together a hive and preparing the protective clothing and tools

  • the products - honey, wax, pollen, and propolis

  • caring for the brood - health, reproduction, swarming etc.

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