Beekeeping 101 at the Botanical Gardens

Thinking of becoming a beekeeper?  The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is the place to start. All of the basics you need to know before deciding to get your first hive will be covered, plus everything you’ll want to know before you bring your bees home.

This lecture is designed to help beginners filter through all of the beekeeping information that is available out there. The class will begin by talking about the practical questions to consider before starting up your apiary, including costs, time commitment, necessary equipment, and space requirements. Time will be spent getting to know the bees themselves, as it is important to understand who you will be trying to care for. From there, the things you can expect to see and do throughout your first year as a beekeeper will be discussed.

Cost is $30/ticket | $27/member. To reserve a ticket go to: https://www.buffalogardens.com/events/beekeeping-101/

Admission to the Botanical Gardens is included.

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