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School Holiday Workshops for Kids
KIAMA
winter hol dates released soon
Burnetts on Barney, Kiama, NSW, AUSTRALIA
Time for some buzzing bee holiday fun!
A unique Bee Experience that will have your children buzzing for days… Bring the kids along to our 1.5 hour engaging and educational workshop which will open young minds up to the importance of bees.
The kids will visit an actual live beehive onsite at Burnetts on Barney’s own Apiary, fully protected in their own bee suit and gloves. They will also learn about pollination, nectar, bee life cycles, how bees make honey, and how we can’t survive without them.
And of course, they will get to taste some honey straight from one of Burnett’s hives and take home a plant from Burnetts Nursery to plant “bee food” in your garden.
Ideal for primary kids aged 5 – 12 years. Parents / carers required to join in with children under 5yrs.
$50 per child (discounts for multiple siblings)
School Holiday Workshops for Kids
JERVIS BAY
WINTER HOLIDAY DATES OUT SOON
bay and bush jervis bay, NSW, AUSTRALIA
Time for some buzzing bee holiday fun!
A unique Bee Experience that will have your children buzzing for days… Bring the kids along to Bay and Bush Jervis Bay’s 1.5 hour engaging and educational workshop which will open young minds up to the importance of bees.
The kids will visit an actual live beehive onsite at Bay & Bush’s own Apiary, fully protected in their own bee suit and gloves. They will also learn about pollination, nectar, bee life cycles, how bees make honey, and how we can’t survive without them.
And of course, they will get to taste some honey straight from one of Burnett’s hives.
Ideal for primary kids aged 5 – 12 years. Parents / carers also welcome to join in with children under 5yrs.
$48 per child (discounts for multiple siblings)
Wintering your hive Q&A - ZOOM
WONDERING ABOUT WINTERING YOUR HIVE ?
NOT SURE WHEN TO TAKE THE HONEY SUPER OFF ?
HAVE LESS BEES BUT LOTS OF UNCAPPED HONEY IN SUPER ?
WONDERING ABOUT FEEDING OVER WINTER?
OR – ARE YOUR BEES STILL BOOMING – NOT SURE WHAT TO DO?
THE PURPOSE OF THIS SESSION – to give beekeepers an opportunity to walk away better informed about how to keep your colony as strong as possible now and over the months ahead – and how best to spend the downtime preparing for spring.
This is a judgement / criticism-free session where the only rule is tolerance & respect for everyone. And understanding that we are all just doing the best we can with what we have during this challenging time. The GOAL is for everyone to come away knowing they are NOT alone and there is some valuable feedback to be heard from many.
Rachael Peedom from Bee Inspired in Kiama, NSW will moderate the session but otherwise its an open mic night for questions and hopefully some helpful answers!
$20 per adult
Varroa Management for Beekeepers in the Illawara & Shoalhaven
Free online ZOOM MEETING
FREE Online Zoom Call – For all Beekeepers in the Illawarra & Shoalhaven Regions of NSW.
Most Beekeepers in this area are now dealing with the mite at various stages. Some have been hit hard, seeing their colonies absconding or being smashed by SHB early on. Others have had the opportunity to experiment with natural approaches before the numbers hit the DPI’s threshold for treatment.
There are a number of treatments available now and beekeepers are trying different methods depending on their area, time constraints, budgets and preferences.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS SESSION – is to give beekeepers an opportunity to share what they are trying and what is working for them, and to know that they are not alone. We are all still learning and for the most part, there are no “right and wrongs”. This is a judgement / criticism-free session where the only rule is tolerance & respect for everyone. And understanding that we are all just doing the best we can with what we have during this challenging time.
Rachael Peedom from Bee Inspired in Kiama, NSW will moderate the session but otherwise its an open mic night for questions and answers from anyone who wants to contribute to the ongoing Varroa discusion.
FREE
Beginner Adults Beekeeping Workshop - KIAMA
SAT 18TH APR;
FRI 1ST MAY;
SAT 9TH MAY
Burnetts on Barney, Kiama, NSW, Australia
Are you thinking about getting Honeybees for your backyard and not sure where to start? This fun and fact-filled day is just what you need!
This one-day workshop will ensure you learn everything you need to know about keeping bees in your backyard.
The highlight of the day is a genuine hands-on experience up close and personal with the bees in full protective gear.
Gourmet lunch included, as well as a honey tasting from Burnetts’ bees.
$220
Advanced Beekeeping Workshop KIAMA
DATES TBA SOON
Burnetts on Barney, Kiama, NSW, AUSTRALIA
This Advanced Beekeeping Workshop is perfect for all backyard beekeepers who need a a confidence boost and expert guidance in ongoing colony management including pest & disease management and swarm prevention. Once considered to be a “top up” workshop to our Beginner Beekeeping Workshop, this has now become a crucial component of beekeeping knowledge.
With Varroa Mite established on the South Coast of NSW now, it is more important than ever to manage our colonies closely.
The advanced 6 hour session will cover the theoretical aspects of colony management including cycling out frames, managing colony numbers and early pest & disease detection. We will learn about how timely management of hives is the key to having a strong, vibrant and productive colony including. Varroa Mite Management will be covered in depth.
$220
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