Skep-making
If you fancy learning how to make skeps from straw, then Nick Mengham is running a day-course at KSRC in November. Places are limited, so sign up soon! http://canterburybeekeepers.org.uk/products-page/
If you fancy learning how to make skeps from straw, then Nick Mengham is running a day-course at KSRC in November. Places are limited, so sign up soon! http://canterburybeekeepers.org.uk/products-page/
A final reminder that we have two events this weekend. On Saturday 28th July, 10am-4pm, we’ll have another meet the public session in the Whitefriars display area. Contact Chris Bristow (0787 292 8138) if you can help man the stall, or supply honey for sale. On Sunday 29th July, 1-4pm, we’ve arranged a bumblebee identification…
Despite the mixed early July weather and lower numbers at the Cherry Festival, there was a lot of interest in beekeeping from attendees of all ages. The observation hive was particularly popular, as was our honey which a number of members brought along. In fact, we sold out! These type of events are a great…
Many of you will know that Stuart Andrews, our chairman, is also vice-chair of the charity Bees Abroad, which aims to relieve poverty though beekeeping. He recently made a trip to Uganda to help train beekeepers – who themselves will become trainers in their local communities. You can read more about this at the Bees…
Our Whitefriars page has been updated with some nice photos of our “meet the public” Bee Day held in June. If you have any other photos, they can easily be added to the gallery – just contact Adrian.