Women in Beekeeping Workshop Kickoff!

In-field Varroa Monitoring and Hive Tool Hygiene with the Vermont Bee Lab

UVM Horticultural Research Farm

65 Green Mountain Dr.             South Burlington, VT

Saturday, August 16                        3:00–5:30 PM

Join us for the very first Vermont Women in Beekeeping workshop at the beautiful UVM Horticultural Research Farm! This hands-on session is all about getting up close and personal with one of the biggest challenges in beekeeping today—Varroa mites.

We'll gather at one of the Bee Lab’s research apiaries to learn how to monitor for Varroa using the alcohol wash method and make informed Varroa management decisions. Additionally, we will learn about proper hive tool hygiene to reduce the risk of disease spread in your apiaries.

Whether you're a new beekeeper or have years under your veil, this is a great opportunity to build skills, connect with other beekeepers, and have some fun in the field. Kids are welcome with a bee suit, and all genders are warmly invited to attend.

Stick around after the workshop for light refreshments and informal networking—because good company is just as important as good beekeeping.

Class is limited to 30 people. Check the VBA website for full details.