Led by an experienced Beekeeper, our weekend course will give you an insight into and hands on experience of, the world of the honey bee and the role of the beekeeper. Thereafter further regular practical tuition is available to SBK members through the following beekeeping season.
More details are available here.
Apiary visit by the Students of the Beginners Beekeeping Course
Introduction to the world of microscopy for beekeepers. Suitable for those new to microscopy.
- We will cover:-
- The parts of the microscope and what they do;
- Caring for and setting up a microscope
- The uses of microscopes in beekeeping
- The basic materials and equipment needed to get started
- Some simple slide making techniques
- Making your own glycerine jelly mountant
- Using a microscope to identify Nosema
- Attaching a camera to a microscope (including some simple and cheap DIY ideas!)
Participants will be provided with a starter kit to support microscopy at home.
Refreshments provided, bring your own packed lunch.
Cost : £25 per person
Going further into the world of microscopy for beekeepers. Suitable for those who have practical experience having attended an Introduction course.
We will cover:-
- A review of basic techniques
- Making permanent slides
- Dark field illumination
- Oil immersion
- Examination of honey samples
- Bee dissections
- An introduction to the BBKA microscopy certificate assessment
Refreshments provided, bring your own packed lunch.
Cost : £25 per person.
For those interested in taking up Beekeeping as a hobby.
Come and join Coventry Branch of the Warwickshire Beekeepers Association for a weekend to learn more about Beekeeping
A two day Beginner Beekeeping course – Venue TBC
15th/16th February 2020
Details HERE