Members of the Dodge/Jefferson Co. Beekeepers attended the annual WI Honey Producers Association (WHPA) convention in Trego, WI November 7-9. The convention included speakers from around the country presenting the latest in honey bee and pesticide research, marketing honey and crafting value-added products from Read More …
Click here for the November newsletter. This month has articles on recent and upcoming club activities, committee needs and descriptions, and an article on the Bee City USA Movement, as well as a recipe and fun facts.
This month’s edition has the September club meeting minutes, a request from the WHPA, news of club activities, and a delicious recipe for pumpkin wheat honey muffins. View the newsletter with a click here.
Youth in Beekeeping Initiative The Dodge/Jefferson Co. Beekeepers Association are pleased to announce a Youth in Beekeeping Scholarship as a part of the club’s promotion and educational initiatives for youth interested in beekeeping. A scholarship is available for up to Read More …
Click here for the newsletter. This month’s issue has lots of county and state fair news and pictures. Don’t forget to make note of the Brat Fry fundraiser on Friday Sept 5, which could use some help!
In this month’s issue you’ll find a handy checklist sheet to document hive inspections. Help needed for the club float in the Iron Ridge parade, and a delicious honey oat bread recipe. Click here for these and other details of club activity.
Click here for the latest club news. This month’s newsletter features fascinating information about bee navigation. Check out the June club meeting minutes, and activities of the honey queen and princess. Don’t forget to consider helping out at the County Fair and Read More …
Click here for the June newsletter. This issue has info on legislation to protect bees, club activities, and a recipe for honey-sweetened strawberry jam. Don’t forget to note the State Fair dates–signups are needed.
New beekeepers were given lessons on mid-spring hive inspections, spring feeding, and finding the queen (after packages had been installed earlier in the year). The club hives were all fed with sugar syrup and brood boxes were added. Brood patterns were also noted. Thank you Read More …
Click here to view the newsletter. This issue has new information on Colony Collapse Disorder, club news, our new Honey Princess, and a delicious recipe for no-bake chocolate chip cookies.