Beekeeping 101 - Getting Started with Bees

FIELDWORK by Sunside Apiary

$50 per person | 4-hour in-person workshop

Curious about keeping bees? Come find out what all the buzz is about.

Whether you're thinking about starting your first hive or simply want to understand more about honey bees, this beginner-friendly workshop will walk you through the fundamentals of beekeeping.

We'll cover:

• Honey bee biology and colony life

• The equipment you'll need to get started

• Choosing a location for your hives

• Getting your first bees and understanding the seasonal beekeeping calendar

• Basic hive management and colony health

• What to expect during your first year as a beekeeper

There will be plenty of time for questions, plus a short snack break.

Workshop details

• When: January 2027 — exact date to be announced

• Where: Columbia or Greene County, NY — location to be confirmed

• Duration: 4 hours, including a snack break

• Cost: $50 per person

• Experience level: Complete beginners welcome

• What to bring: Just your curiosity! No equipment or prior experience required.

Thinking about taking the next step?

This workshop is also a great introduction to the FIELDWORK First-Year Beekeeping Cohort, beginning in February 2027. If you decide to enroll in the cohort, your $50 workshop fee can be applied toward the $500 program tuition, subject to available seats, until the February kickoff.

Come learn about bees. You might just find yourself becoming a beekeeper.