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So you've decided to become a beekeeper? Well
before you actually touch the bees, you're going
to need some lessons to help make your experience
safe, fun and memorable.

There are a variety of options available to you
for training. You may need to combine a few of
these beekeeping lessons in order to get a full
view of beekeeping. It is extremely important
that you take the time to ensure you are fully
trained. Beekeeping is most definitely a
fascinating hobby or business, but it could turn
deadly. Explore as many avenues of beekeeping
lessons as you can to ensure a lifetime of
enjoyment from beekeeping.

Beekeeping Lesson Options

- Beekeeper Associations. These exist in many
states to educate the public in general and teach
individulas how to keep bees in a safe and
responsible manner. They are also a super place
to network with other beekeepers who are usually
more than happy to provide guidance and support

- Local 4-H - Your local 4-H may have a time when
they are studying beekeeping. It is also the
perfect opportunity to teach children the basics
of beekeeping.

- Local University Agriculture Agent - An
agriculture agent is someone who is employed by
the government to help people who live in rural
areas with different methods of farming and
economics. Consider talking to an agriculture
agent from a local university. This person
should be able to give you detailed information
about beekeeping.

- Internet - It is very important to look at a
variety of sites when using the internet.
Contrast and compate these sites to make sure the
information you are getting is current and
accurate. On the plus side the internet has a
very large and expanding number of websites for
learning about beekeeping. The downside is anyone
can post information on the web, good or bad.
The internet is a great way to determine if
beekeeping is for you, as it will give you basic
information about beekeeping and some things to
consider before going full-throttle in your
education.

- A Beekeeping Guide - A guide will provide a lot
more detailed information. It will give you the
basics of beekeeping, different challenges you
may face and how to tackle or avoid them.
Beekeeping guides are found at your local
library, in book stores, or on the internet
(usually as an e-book, but more recently as
videos) or in print for purchase.

- Courses - There are many different courses you
can take. Classes can be offered through the
Internet, local beekeepers, 4-H organizations,
and beekeeper associations. A class is similar
to a beekeeping guide; however, a person is
available to you for questions. It will give you
complete details regarding beekeeping, and will
provide more advanced information than what can
be found free on the Internet.

- Experienced Beekeepers - This is likely the
best source for beekeeping lessons. An
experienced beekeeper knows exactly what to teach
you. This person will be able to share his/her
experiences and give you detailed information and
tips on how to keep bees responsibly. The
beekeeping lessons you learn from an experienced
beekeeper are priceless.

Tips for Beekeeping Lessons

Start your research during the winter months.
This way you will be ready to start beekeeping in
the early spring. When searching for the best
source for beekeeping, make sure the source is
reliable. Check references or search the
Internet on the company, e-book, association,
beekeeper, etc. Find out if there are any
complaints on the information that is being
provided.

Do not rely on just one source. Remember to try
combining some or even all of the above
beekeeping lessons to ensure you are receiving
the most accurate and current information
possible.

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Come visit Jeff Morgan's beekeeping website at
http://www.beekeepingstarterguide.com/beekeeping-l
essons for more great beekeeping lessons and get
a complimentary 10-day mini-course.

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