SWARMS
It's a bee colony's reproductive behavior. Can you and should you stop it in your apiary? How to catch swarms, and more.
PREDATORS
Yes, bees have predators! Learn how to identify them and prepare your colonies for possible threats.
PREDATORS
Yes, bees have predators! Learn how to identify them and prepare your colonies for possible threats.
SOCIAL MEDIA
A great way to get information, both good and bad, from fellow hobby beekeepers.
SOCIAL MEDIA
A great way to get information, both good and bad, from fellow hobby beekeepers.
SOCIAL MEDIA
A great way to get information, both good and bad, from fellow hobby beekeepers.
WAX & OTHER HIVE PRODUCTS
Wax, propolis, pollin, bee venim for lip balm, tinctures, soap and more. It's not just about the honey!
PREDATORS
Yes, bees have predators! Learn how to identify them and prepare your colonies for possible threats.
SOCIAL MEDIA
A great way to get information, both good and bad, from fellow hobby beekeepers.
SOCIAL MEDIA
A great way to get information, both good and bad, from fellow hobby beekeepers.
PREDATORS
Yes, bees have predators! Learn how to identify them and prepare your colonies for possible threats.
PREDATORS
Yes, bees have predators! Learn how to identify them and prepare your colonies for possible threats.
PREDATORS
Yes, bees have predators! Learn how to identify them and prepare your colonies for possible threats.
PREDATORS
Yes, bees have predators! Learn how to identify them and prepare your colonies for possible threats.
SOCIAL MEDIA
A great way to get information, both good and bad, from fellow hobby beekeepers.
SOCIAL MEDIA
A great way to get information, both good and bad, from fellow hobby beekeepers.
SOCIAL MEDIA
A great way to get information, both good and bad, from fellow hobby beekeepers.
CATEGORIES
Hobby Beekeepers has scoured the Web, listened to countless podcasts, read endless articles and e-newsletters, and viewed enough YouTube videos to qualify for Nielsen ratings... all to give you a head start on finding the information you need.
NEWBEES
If you are new to beekeeping this is the place to start. Don't buy a box or a bee without first doing your homework.
BEEHIVES
Who knew there were so many different types of beehives! Langstroth, Top Bar, Long Lang, AZ, and more! See the pros & cons and figure out which style is right for your beekeeping philosophy. We might even discuss the Flow Hive!
PODCASTS
Your life is busy. Learn while you're on the go with a variety of informational Podcasts. Here are some of our favorites.
BUY
Whether you need protective clothing, beekeeping tools, extractors, hive boxes, or bees themselves, this is the place to start!
BEE HEALTH
Honey Bees are amazingly well-adapted to nearly any climate and terrain on earth. But they are also vulnerable to sickness and parasites. Learn how to keep your bees healthy and happy.
TREATMENT-FREE (NATURAL) BEEKEEPING
It's not as easy as it sounds. Do your homework and see if it's right for you and your bees.
NEW PRODUCTS
Tests, reviews, and opinions on new beekeeping products and procedures.
HONEYBEE VARIETIES
You have decided on the equipment and techniques, but have you researched which variety of bees is right for you? Start here.
SWARMS
It's a bee colony's reproductive behavior. Can you and should you stop it in your apiary? How to catch swarms, and more.
INCOME OPPORTUNITIES
It may be a hobby, but there's nothing wrong with making a few bucks along the way.
APITHERAPY
Medical uses of bees and their products.
WHO KNEW
Odd facts about honey bees.
VIDEOS
Every beekeeper works their bees in a different way. Watch & learn... then decide for yourself what your bees need.
BOOKS & PERIODICALS
Hundreds of books have been written on the art (and business) of beekeeping. Pull up a chair by the fireplace and spend some winter evenings learning the science, biology, or simply the fun of beekeeping.
ORGANIZATIONS
Whether you live in Honolulu, Anchorage, or Provo, there is a local organization of beekeepers near you. Oh ya, the national orgs are helpful too!
EDUCATION
OK, this site is full of eduction, but sometimes you need a class, seminar or mentor.
CCD-COLONY COLLAPSE DISORDER
Books have been written, scientists have studied, but have we really figured it out yet?
SOCIAL MEDIA
A great way to get information, both good and bad, from fellow hobby beekeepers.
PREDATORS
Yes, bees have predators! Learn how to identify them and prepare your colonies for possible threats.
HONEY
Learn everything you never knew you didn't know about honey! Sweeeet!!
WAX & OTHER HIVE PRODUCTS
Wax, propolis, pollen, bee venom, lip balm, tinctures, soap and more. It's not just about the honey!
GIVE BACK
Help the bees and beekeepers all over the world.
SUBMIT
We want your photos, videos and other content that will educate and entertain our fellow hobby beekeepers!