About this Event
Jacobsen Hive Program Presents: Spring Beekeeping
Come join us for an exciting hands-on experience at Zidell Yards! Our spring beekeeping field event is perfect for beginners and novice beekeepers alike. Learn all about honey bees, stewardship based beekeeping practices, hive maintenance, and the wonders of life inside the hive! Get up close and personal with our buzzing friends as we explore the ins and outs of spring beekeeping. This educational event features a special guest speaker Mandy Shaw of Bella Beek as well as an optional light sandwich lunch from Olympia Provisions.
This educational event will be held entirely outdoors in our SW riverfront apiary at Zidell Yards. Please dress in comfortable clothing that is suitable for outdoor work. Long sleeves and pants are recommended. If you have your own protective beekeeping attire please bring this with you. A limited supply of equipment will be made available such as gloves and veils.
Please reach out to us with specific questions!
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature, the honey bee community and learn from our expert instructors. See you there!
Spring event agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Welcome and introduction into honey bee biology
Host: Emily Schmiedel
Info: This will be time to settle in and get started on our bee biology journey!
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Lunch break
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM
Hive handling demonstration
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
In hive activity + swarm intelligence talk
Host: Emily Schmiedel
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Zidell Yards, 3121 South Moody Avenue, Portland, United States
