Lots of new beekeepers are looking for help!
Beekeeping is best learned hands-on—with help from someone who’s been there. That’s why the CBA Mentorship Program connects beginner and intermediate beekeepers with seasoned mentors to promote healthy hives and sustainable practices. We’re working to expand the program and make it easier for mentors to volunteer by offering annual incentives like vendor credits, extractor use, mated queens, and more.
Let's work with each other to become better beekeepers!
Mentors make an impact
Experienced beekeepers who volunteer as mentors make a lasting impact—guiding new beekeepers through seasonal challenges, best practices, and the joys of responsible hive care.
To recognize that time and dedication, we have a benefit program for mentors that recognizes responsiveness toward their mentees, number of mentees taken on, and their effectiveness as a mentor. Some rewards include mated queens, extractor use, vendor credits, and gift cards. We're grateful to those who step in and take on the role of teacher, helping new beekeepers thrive and helping to strengthen our beekeeping community by helping others succeed.