The course consists of 8 classes from February to September.

Registration is now open. Registration will close on March 17, 2026.

Are you interested in beekeeping but have never done it before? Have you started raising honey bees and want to learn more? Perhaps you have been raising honey bees for a few years and just want some refresher techniques. If so, then the Bucks County Beginner Beekeeping Course is just the right thing for you! It offers classes that are timely to your seasonal beekeeping needs with lessons full of beekeeping insight and information in a classroom setting.

Instructor: MARK ANTUNES

WHEN: The course consists of 8 classes from February 2026 to September 2026. The schedule will always be the 3rd Tuesday of the month. (unless of a schedule conflict). Classes start at 6 PM and last until about 9 PM.

Class 1: Tuesday, February 17th

Class 2: Tuesday, March 17th

Class 3: Tuesday, April 21st

Class 4: Thursday, May 19th

Class 5: Tuesday, June 17th

Class 6: Tuesday, July 21st

Class 7: Tuesday, August 18th

Class 8: Tuesday, September 15th

WHERE: In-Person ONLY at Forest Grove Presbyterian Church

COST: A single student receives membership to the Bucks County Beekeepers Association, educational materials, and eight classes for only $150. This is over 25 hours of teaching.

Note: Family members residing in the SAME HOUSEHOLD ONLY may register the second student at a price of $130. Total for family $280

CONTACT: For more information e-mail us at: info@bucksbeekeepers.com

Please note that this class format and meeting requirements are subject to change. While it is our goal to maintain the class as it is described here, public health and safety for the students and the instructors will always be paramount.

The course consists of 8 classes from February to September.

Instructor: Vincent Aloyo, PhD (EAS certified Master Beekeeper)

PREREQUISITES: This course is designed for beekeepers who have completed Mark Antunes’ beginner class OR have at least 1 year experience with keeping bees.

WHEN: The course consists of 8 classes from February to October. The schedule will always be the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Classes will be from 6 pm to 9 pm.

Class 1. Wednesday, February 18 - Zoom Only

Class 2. Wednesday, March 18

Class 3. Wednesday, April 15

Class 4. Wednesday, May 20

Class 5. Wednesday, June 17

Class 6. Wednesday, July 15

Class 7. Wednesday, August 19

Class 8. Wednesday, September 16

This first class will be held via Zoom as noted but will otherwise be in-person at Forest Grove Presbyterian Church. There will not be a hybrid option.

WHERE:

In-Person: Forest Grove Presbyterian Church

1856 Forest Grove Rd, Forest Grove, PA 18922

Online: Zoom Web Session

Note: Family members residing in the SAME HOUSEHOLD ONLY may register for a second student at a discounted price of $130.

CONTACT: For more information e-mail us at: info@bucksbeekeepers.com

When we meet in-person, beekeepers should bring questions and their usual beekeeping attire (but a veil at minimum).

Please note that this class format and meeting requirements are subject to change. While it is our goal to maintain the class as it is described here, public health and safety for the students and the instructors will always be paramount.