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Connecticut Beekeepers Association

At Connecticut Beekeepers Association, our purpose is to increase public awareness of the importance of honey bees for Connecticut agriculture and the environment. We are here to foster strong bonds among beekeepers and to promote the education and the advancement of the scientific knowledge of beekeeping and its related activities for the benefit of beekeepers and our communities. Our goal is to provide a common forum for the beekeepers of Connecticut to come together to share information and ideas.

connecticut beekeepers assocation

Serving Connecticut Beekeepers Since 1891

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Resources

Learn how to become a better beekeeper...

Community

Share your experiences and grow together...

Workshops

Get hands-on and learn at the CBA Bee Yard...

Mentorship

Get help along your beekeeping journey...

Education

Help further beekeeping education in our state...

Add your voice to the group and get help along your beekeeping journey.

  • 30$
    Every year
    Renews yearly. Cancel anytime.
     

Attend Bee School Online

Learn the essential skills necessary to becoming a great beekeeper! Held in January each year, and covering fundamental topics in Connecticut Beekeeping, this intensive 4-day workshop immerses you in the concepts needed for beekeeping success.

Bee School
Bee School
Jan 06, 2024, 10:00 AM EST
Online
1 Ticket / 4 Sessions 10AM - 12PM Jan 6 • Jan 13 • Jan 20 • Jan 27
Winter Cluster Meetup & Honey Exchange
Winter Cluster Meetup & Honey Exchange
Let’s kick off the 2024 Beekeeping season with a bit of fun & socializing - Sign in to use your CBA discount on tickets!
When
Feb 24, 2024, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Where
Carriage House, Edgerton Park,
141 Edgehill Rd, Hamden, CT 06517, USA

Topics Include:

Beekeeping Terminology and Basic Equipment

The Colony and Its Organization

Getting Started with a Packet of Bees

Colony Management

Suburban Area Hive Management

Seasonal Hive Management

Fall and Winter Preparations

Bee Diseases and Colony Registration

Are you new to beekeeping?

Get started on the right track. From terminology to setup and organization of your first hive to coverage of diseases that affect bees and honey production here in the Northeast, our Bee School sessions offer instruction and guidance from knowledgeable beekeepers and experienced professionals.


Already an experienced beekeeper?

Learn more about winterizing your colony or fighting disease, discuss the latest techniques and get advice from local professionals, swap stories, and elevate your beekeeping knowledge. Join CBA and sign in to use your membership discount.

Catch Special Guest Speakers

Enhance your beekeeping skills and expand your knowledge about beekeeping! We invite Guest Speakers from across a wide variety of backgrounds and experience to provide members with an enhancement of practical beekeeping knowledge as well as an introduction to new topics and subjects pertaining to bees and the environment. 

  • May 16, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
    via ZOOM
    Most of us are aware of the hive mind—the power of bees as an amazing collective. But do we know how uniquely intelligent bees are as individuals? Dr. Chittka draws from decades of research, including his own pioneering work, to argue that bees have remarkable cognitive abilities...
  • Jun 06, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
    via ZOOM
    Dr Zawislak discusses what happens when the order of a bee colony breaks down. What compels workers to begin laying eggs? What happens when they do? What can a beekeeper do to correct things in the hive?
  • Oct 24, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
    via ZOOM
    Dr. Erica Shelley, CEO of Best for Bees and the innovator behind ProtectaBEE, presents a visionary talk on the future of beekeeping, as we face a critical bee crisis, our food security and environmental future hang in the balance.

Bring Your Questions to Bee Talks

Discuss beekeeping with experienced pros! Held online the second Thursday of each month, this group is your opportunity to engage with knowledgeable and experienced beekeepers to get answers to issues of concern in your beekeeping.

  • May 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
    via ZOOM
    Have a question? Engage with knowledgeable & experienced beekeepers for answers on beekeeping issues.

Get Hands-on at Bee Yard Workshops

CBA offers beekeeping workshops from March through September at our Boulder Knoll Bee Yard in Cheshire, Connecticut. These workshops focus on best management practices for keeping healthy and productive colonies throughout the seasons. We offer learning experiences for Langstroth and top bar hive beekeepers. 

Browse Beekeeping Resources

We post important info regarding beekeeping in Connecticut, including Hive Registration links, State Regulations, Honey Extractor Rental Program, Bloom Calendar, and how to identify common bee problems.

Watch Beekeeping Videos

Catch Bee Talks, Workshops, and more at our YouTube channel. To watch more videos, including Special Guest events, please become a member of CBA.

Youth Workshops

  • May 05, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Boulder Knoll Community Farm, 875 Boulder Rd, Cheshire, CT 06410, USA
    These kid-centered workshops are designed for ages 6-13 to learn more about beekeeping and get a chance to work with hives at our bee yard.
  • Jun 09, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Boulder Knoll Community Farm, 875 Boulder Rd, Cheshire, CT 06410, USA
    These kid-centered workshops are designed for ages 6-13 to learn more about beekeeping and get a chance to work with hives at our bee yard.
  • Jul 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Boulder Knoll Community Farm, 875 Boulder Rd, Cheshire, CT 06410, USA
    These kid-centered workshops are designed for ages 6-13 to learn more about beekeeping and get a chance to work with hives at our bee yard.
  • Aug 11, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Boulder Knoll Community Farm, 875 Boulder Rd, Cheshire, CT 06410, USA
    These kid-centered workshops are designed for ages 6-13 to learn more about beekeeping and get a chance to work with hives at our bee yard.
  • Sep 08, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Boulder Knoll Community Farm, 875 Boulder Rd, Cheshire, CT 06410, USA
    These kid-centered workshops are designed for ages 6-13 to learn more about beekeeping and get a chance to work with hives at our bee yard.
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