Bees 103: Getting Through Winter 2026
Everything you need to know to successfully overwinter your bees.
Bees 103 Getting Through Winter
Days: Saturday
Dates: August 15, 22
Time: 10:am - 6:pm
Hours: 12
Location: 1400 Quincy St. NE, Washington DC
Prerequisite: Completed short course or equivalent
Type: Hands-on & Classroom
Fall management is the key to successfully overwintering your honey bees. In this two-day workshop, you’ll dive into both classroom sessions and hands-on lessons that will show you exactly how to prepare your hives for the colder months—no matter your experience level.
What You’ll Learn
- Hive Assessment (Winter & Spring): Know your colonies’ health status and be prepared for seasonal transitions.
- Pest & Disease Management: Target issues before they become major winter threats.
- Feeding Techniques: Master fall, winter, spring, and emergency feeding to keep your bees energized.
- Hive Configuration & Insulation: Learn best practices for setting up and insulating your hives.
Don’t let winter catch you off guard! Join us and gain the confidence to guide your bees through the colder months—so they emerge strong and ready for spring. Secure your spot today!
Good to know
Highlights
- 7 days 8 hours
- under 18 with parent or legal guardian
- In person
- Free parking
- Doors at 9:50 AM
Refund Policy
Location
Bee CARE Institute at the Franciscan Monastery Garden Guild
1400 Quincy Street NE
Washington, DC 20017
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