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April PSBA Meeting
Master Beekeeper Dawn Beck at our April PSBA meeting Tracy opened the meeting at 6:30 with a question and answer period, and there are a...
cassv2
Apr 232 min read
February ’25 in the Apiary
<p>February ’25 in the Apiary By Kathy Cox Master Beekeeper Hello fellow beekeepers! It sure has been cold here in Washington. I hope your bees […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/february-25-in-the-apiary/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Feb 263 min read


February 25 Meeting: Floral Support For Bees Through The Year
<p>PSBA is thrilled to have Thom Lee back to speak to us about pollinator plants through the year. Ever wondered what to plant so the […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/february-25-meeting-floral-support-for-bees-through-the-year/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Feb 61 min read
January ’25 in the Apiary
<p>By Kathy Cox, Master Beekeeper U of Montana Happy New Year, Beeks! This is the time of year to make your beekeeping resolutions! It is also the […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/january25-in-the-apiary/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Jan 213 min read
2025 PSBA Package and Nuc Vendor Application Available
<p>PSBA provides vetted package suppliers the opportunity to sell to members. PSBA is accepting applications for businesses that would like to supply honey bees (nucs, […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/2025-psba-package-and-nuc-vendor-application-available/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Dec 22, 20241 min read
December ‘24 in the APIARY
<p>Hello Beekeepers! I’ve been missing for a few months. Been moving to a new home. I left Woodinville for Bothell, WA. The bees are still […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/december-24-in-the-apiary/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Dec 18, 20241 min read
August ’24 in the Apiary
<p>Wow! Did summer go by fast for you? It did for me. It is time to get your hives prepared for the winter months. There […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/august-24-in-the-apiary/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Aug 31, 20244 min read
CHOMP! Volunteers Needed!
<p>CHOMP! at Marymoor Park Saturday, August 17th, 2024 10am – 6pm Volunteers Needed! CHOMP! celebrates all that is fresh, delicious, local and sustainable in King […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/chomp-volunteers-needed/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Aug 8, 20241 min read
July ’24 in the Apiary
<p>Is your brood area crowded? Have you heard the term “honey bound?” It means your hive has lots of stores there! When there is too […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/july-24-in-the-apiary/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Aug 4, 20243 min read
JUNE ’24 in the APIARY
<p>What a weird spring we have had. Days of rain, then sun then rain again. It has created a dearth of nectar and pollen that […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/june-24-in-the-apiary/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Jul 3, 20243 min read
May ’24 in the Apiary
<p>How are your bees doing? It has been a difficult time this Spring for the bees. Queens can’t fly to get mated in the rain […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/may-24-in-the-apiary/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Jun 4, 20244 min read
Volunteers Needed for West Seattle Bee Festival
<p>Your help is crucial The West Seattle Bee Festival is Saturday May 18th. This Festival takes place in the Highpoint Neighborhood bee garden which was […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/volunteers-needed-seattle-tilth-and-west-seattle-bee-festival/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
May 2, 20241 min read
Attention Puget Sound Beekeepers
<p>Our monthly meeting is in the Douglas Classroom at the Center for Urban Horticulture at the U of W this April 23rd. Be sure to […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/attention-puget-sound-beekeepers/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Apr 21, 20241 min read
APRIL in the Apiary
<p>I think it may really be Spring! A few leftover cold wet days are still out there, but for the most part, the apiary is […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/april-in-the-apiary/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Apr 21, 20243 min read
Silent Auction at March Meeting
<p>Attention all members. Here is a great opportunity to get really inexpensive bee stuff. Come to the meeting at the Arboretum and score an extractor. […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/silent-auction-at-march-meeting/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Mar 23, 20241 min read
FEBRUARY-MARCH ’24 in the Apiary
<p>Well, Punxsutawney Phil didn’t see his shadow. So spring is coming early??? I’m more than ready for warmer weather, but not ready with all the […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/february-march-24-in-the-apiary/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Mar 19, 20244 min read


Hive Forensics with Jeff Steenbergen
<p>Why did my Bees die this winter? Thank you to all who came out on Saturday for Hive Forensics at the Apiary. It was a […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/hive-forensics-with-jeff-steenbergen/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Mar 19, 20243 min read


My Bees are Dead: Hive Forensics with Jeff Steenbergen March 16th in the Apiary, 10:30 am to 12:30pm
<p> Join us for a hands-on class in the PSBA apiary as we put on our forensic hats to determine the reasons behind Winter losses. […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/my-bees-are-dead-hive-forensics-with-jeff-steenbergen-march-16th-in-the-apiary-1030-am-to-1230pm/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Feb 29, 20241 min read
SILENT AUCTION AT THE NEXT MEMBER MEETING
<p>Calling all beekeepers who attend the February 27th meeting in person. PSBA is going to start holding a silent auction at the in person part […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/silent-auction-at-the-next-member-meeting/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Feb 23, 20241 min read
In the Apiary, January ’24
<p>Can you believe a 60-degree day in January? Well get ready for the temps to drop again. That is Washington weather for you. Poor bees. […] <span class="read-more-link"><a class="read-more" href="https://pugetsoundbees.org/in-the-apiary-january-24/">Read More</a></span></p>
treasurer9659
Feb 2, 20242 min read