Bjorn Apiaries main breeding and nuc yard is located at Honeycomb farm in Dillsburg Pennsylvania. Tours of the bee yard are provided to home school groups, beekeeping clubs, etc.
2010 Events
Annual beekeeping picnics are held every July at Honeycomb Farms. Open to all beekeepers and guests.Event schedule for 2010 at Honeycomb Farm include:
"Sustainable Beekeeping - A More Natural Approach"A complete look inside the hive as it pertains to hive dynamics and approaches to non-chemical treatments. Very informative and entertaining. A great beginners course for new beekeepers & experienced beekeepers alike! Focused on alternatives to chemical treatments, through management and equipment options (IPM). Main topics include, understanding mites cycles, alternative treatments, comb management and strategies, and understanding the bee's natural life cycle. This is part classroom, and part hands-on in a bee yard.
Date: May 15, 2010 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am. to 5 pm.
Call or email for class outline and info. 717-938-0444
"Disease Diagnosis, and Independent Inspectors Course"
Designed for complete disease inspecting and county level support programs. A proactive approach to self monitoring and club mentoring/inspection programs. Covers all inspection procedures for field diagnosis. Hands on instruction.
Date : May 22, 2010 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am. To 5 pm.
Call or email for class outline and info 717-938-0444
"Queen Rearing and a Quality Mating Program"
This class covers all aspects of a quality queen rearing operation, beneficial to both large and small operations. Topics include genetic selection, drone yard setup, grafting and non-grafting procedures, with hands on instruction. Very popular, instructional, and fun! Contact us for more info. 717-938-0444
Date: May 29, 2010 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am. To 5 pm.
***All classes held at (Honeycomb Farms) 180 Century Lane, Dillsburg, Pa. 17019
Cost: $50.00 per person or $90.00 for couples.
Classes held regardless of weather.
All classes include lunch, and instructional material.
***Register early as seating is limited and they do book full!
Local motel/hotel accommodations upon request. Tents and campers are welcome at the farm the night before the classes.
7th Annual Picnic
Hosted by Bjorn Apiaries (Mike Thomas) and Oxbow Apiaries (Shawn Moyer). Open to all beekeepers and their Families. Starts at noon. Please RSVP. Bring your favorite chair, a covered dish, and a bee veil if you want to check out some bees in the mating yard. Hive demonstrations and a good time to be had by all! Held at Honeycomb Farms. Call with any questions.
Date: July 31, 2010 (Saturday)
Time: starts at 12pm (Noon)
Bjorn Apiaries main breeding and nuc yard is located at Honeycomb farm in Dillsburg Pennsylvania. Tours of the bee yard are provided to home school groups, beekeeping clubs, etc.