Beekeeping Clinic: A Beginner's Guide to Starting Your Hive
Saturday, April 12, or Saturday, April 26
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center
Mitchell State Park, Cadillac
Beekeeping is for everyone – whether you have an orchard or a vegetable garden or are planning food plots with fruit trees for hunting, having pollinators is essential. Whether you are new to beekeeping or just want to expand your knowledge, this class will cover everything you need to know about beekeeping and the vital role pollinators play in our environment.
The workshop (available on two different dates, April 12 or April 26) will cover topics including basic bee biology, beekeeping equipment, choosing your apiary location, installing your bees, caring for bee health, seasonal tasks and more.
Cost is $30.
To register, go to Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses and click on the "Purchase a license" button. Sign in (using either a username and password or your ID and birthdate) and find the class under the Outdoor Skills Academy tab.
Questions? Email DNR-HFC@Michigan.gov or call 231-779-1321.
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