Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101)
Sunday 8th February 2026
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
(please note later start time)
$169 per head
This training course will be held at a commercial apiary approximately 1 hour from the CBD.
Topics covered during the course include...
OHS
Biosecurity and bee diseases
Beekeeping equipment
Assembling and maintaining hives
Buying bees and bee equipment
Selecting hive site
Opening and inspection of hives
Seasonal management of hives
Harvesting honey
Learn how best to light your smoker.
You will have the opportunity to do a hands-on inspection of a hive
What you need to bring:
Boots and clean or new bee suits for the practical part of the course.*
Biosecurity is very important - please make sure that you suit is freshly laundered prior to the course.
If you have a smoker, bring that along too and learn how to light it properly (mark with your name please)
Light lunch and refreshments will be provided
You will receive a Beekeeping handbook, course notes, additional useful information and a WAAS Certificate of Completion
Spaces are limited!
Please be aware that due to the "hands on" nature of this course, that
it is dependent on suitable weather on the day and may be subject to change.
Register Here: Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping1/2026 using your Visa or MasterCard, by EFT/cheque/cash before the Course.
You need to be a member to attend this course, please join here: www.waas.org.au/Join-us
Registrations will be processed strictly in order of payment
* If you don't yet have protective gear, please let us know and we can provide some for you on the day at a hire fee of $10.00 cash payable on the day.
If you have any questions, contact us at training@waas.org.au
This is the location of the Apiary, please ensure that you are able to make it to the site by 8:15am.
This is the location of the Apiary, please ensure that you are able to make it to the site by 8:15am.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sUTh4LimeFD3sBMz5
