Beekeeper Meeting Reminder - Monday, June 20

From: "CIBA MEMBERS" <donotreply@PROTECTED>

Date: June 18th 2022

CIBA Members and ALL Interested Beekeepers

CIBA Beekeeping Meeting

Monday, June 20th

Holliday Park Nature Center

6363 Spring Mill Rd., 46260

This has been a relatively GOOD spring for honey-bees and beekeepers. 😃 The main nectar flow is past, though white clover and a few other nectar sources persist. - Your priorities will vary depending on your circumstances. - Some considerations include:

What to look for in hive inspections
Summer dearth is coming, HOT and DRY with much less nectar availability. What to do?
Bearding: In hot humid weather bees often cluster en-masse on the front of the hive. - This is normal, but one should be aware.
Do bees need extra room? - There is a concern for backfilling..
Varroa mites: Have you treated yet? What are good options now?
Is there enough honey for me to harvest? - If so, how to harvest and extract?
When will robbing become an issue? How to prepare?
Some beekeepers will be re-queening in early July, Why? Is this for you? If so, how?

These and other questions may be on your mind. - Join us on Monday to hear experienced beekeepers discuss these questions.

Monday Evening’s Activities

5:00 - 6:00 PM — CIBA Apiary 🐝 🐝 🐝 🐝

Someone will be available at the Apiary to chat and answer questions.

Bring your own protective clothing.
Apiary is in NW corner of Holliday Park. It is obscured from view by the field of native grasses to the north of the parking area.

6:30 - 8:30 PM General Open Meeting - ALL Welcome 😃

New, Interested in Beekeeping? - Meet current beekeepers, Ask your Questions

Current Beekeepers - Meet Friends… Learn from others.

Remember…. There is always a Raffle! Three opportunities for you to win and choose a prize.