COAREC Saturday in the Apiary

Saturday in the Apiary is a casual, loosely structured learning event held in a relaxed apiary setting. Participants take part in hive inspections, discuss seasonal colony management strategies, and help implement them.

Everyone who is comfortable being around live honey bees is welcome. Please bring your own protective gear, including a veil and gloves. A limited number of veils may be available upon request. This is a free event.

Oregon Master Beekeeper Program Credit

Participants in the Oregon Master Beekeeper Program may earn “In the Bees” points for the Getting Started level or Education points for the Apprentice level.

Journey-level participants who would like to help may contact Heike ahead of time and may earn Service points.

Workshop Invitations and RSVP

Monthly workshop invitations, including an RSVP button, will be sent 5–10 days before each workshop to those who have joined the COAREC mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hYtP7T

Each invitation will include an RSVP link for that specific Saturday in the Apiary. Registered participants will receive a follow-up email with additional details.

For more information, contact Heike Williams at heike.williams@oregonstate.edu.

2026 Saturday in the Apiary Dates

• July/August: TBD

• September 12

• October 10

• December: TBD

Times may vary. Dates are subject to change.