Events

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Upcoming Events
Aug
24

Butterfly House Class

10:00 - 11:30 am
3176 Maysville Rd NE, Huntsville, AL 35811

In this class, you will learn about butterflies and make an observation house so you can catch your butterflies and watch them before releasing them. Snacks will be provided and registration includes one adult and one child.

Aug
24

Auburn University Bees - Beekeeping Workshop

10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Auburn, AL

Fall 2024 Practical Beekeeping Workshop

The Auburn University Bee Lab and Alabama Extension are hosting a one-day workshop on fall beekeeping management practices. Anyone who wants to see demonstrations and get hands-on practice with fall beekeeping activities, is welcome!

Location: Auburn, AL (exact location will be communicated to participants) Come prepared to be outdoors for a large portion of the day. Bathrooms are available.

Cost: $40 (includes lunch and snacks)

Topics will include: Assessing colonies for potential survival, Varroa and other important pests, To feed or not to feed Extracting honey Wax processing

Equipment: Participants are expected to bring their own personal protective equipment (a hat and veil at minimum).

Deadline to register: August 7th; no refunds after August 7th

Contact person: Rachel Jacobsen (rej0029@auburn.edu)

Registration Link: 

https://secure.touchnet.net/C20021_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5386&SINGLESTORE=true

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