Bjorn Apiaries has been holding open houses, classes, and other functions at it's Honeycomb Farm location for 10 years now. Classes are instructed with former state bee inspectors as well as experts in the field. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned beekeeper, we all learn from each other in social style instruction.

Bjorn Apiary Gift Certificates

Need a unique and special gift for the beekeeping spouse or friend? Want to say "Thank You" to your mentor or the person who has helped you over the years with beekeeping? Want to push that person who has been sitting on the fence for years thinking of starting beekeeping? This may be just right for you. Bjorn Apiary class certificates are good for any class and good at any time. Call for additional information. 

Information for all classes. Please read!

You may get on the tentative list for any classes now. All classes must be paid in January or you will lose your spot. Any registration taken after January 31, 2011 must be made with full payment.

Cancellation Policy: Full refund made up to March 31, 2011 Any cancellation after March 31, 2011 will have no refund issued unless we can fill your seat at the class. We are able to fill most cancelled registrations. But this policy must be in place for last minute cancellations, or late registrations that turn into no-pay and no-shows.   

Class times are from 9 a.m. to 5 pm. Lunch, refreshments and drinks provided.

All Classes - $50.00 per person      $90.00 for couples 

Send check payable to: Bjorn Apiaries

                        Mail to: Mike Thomas  696 Potts Hill Rd. Lewisberry, Pa. 17339

You can also call for secure credit card payment - 717-938-0444 

Classes held rain or shine. We have the ability to hold these classes indoors if needed.

Please Note....We have never held a class that did not book full.

Do not wait to register. Thank you.

All Classes at Bjorn Apiaries

has been cancelled for 2012.

"Sustainable Beekeeping - A More Natural Approach"

A complete look inside the hive as it pertains to hive dynamics and

non-chemical IPM approaches. This is designed for beginners as well as season beekeepers. We cover the different equipment choices to include foundationless comb options, varroa control, comb management, the power of requeening, and many other concepts you will not find elsewhere. This is especially helpful to those wanting to get off the chemical treatment treadmill. A great class to broaden your beekeeping skills.    

"Queen Rearing - And a Quality Queen Program"

A class designed for those wanting to raise queens, while understanding the full concept of a quality breeding program. We cover grafting with ample time for hands-on application. Items covered also include drone yard setup, genetic selection, evaluating queens, non-grafting techniques, and many other aspects of producing your own queens. Members of NSQBA (Northern States Queen Breeders Association) will be available to assist. If you have always wanted to raise queens, hesitant of grafting, or are just thinking of expanding your beekeeping knowledge, come join this fun and informative class. We teach you the details that you can actually go back and apply within your own operation.

"Alternative Beekeeping"

This class is designed for those wishing to keep bees in Top Bar Hives, Warre Hives, Trench or Long Hives. A full hands on instruction of comb techniques for foundationless systems, natural comb, and non traditional frames will be part of this class. This is the stuff so many beekeepers are looking for in unique and fun styles of beekeeping, yet can not get from traditional beginner and club style classes. Come, attend,  and enjoy from other like-minded beekeepers