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Beekeepers Field Day @ Moe, Latrobe Valley
Join us for an exciting day dedicated to all things bees and beekeeping.
You’ll have the unique opportunity to learn from Gippsland’s three largest beekeeping clubs.
Whether you’re a seasoned beekeeper or just starting out, this day offers valuable insights into the world of beekeeping!
What to Expect:
- Stalls featuring: Pure honey, bee suits, hive equipment, sustainability products, plants, food & beverages, and more!
- Hands-on Activities: Open hive demonstrations, lighting your smoker, understanding colony health, queen status, swarm control, winter pack downs, and more. Plus, expert demonstrations on removing and extracting honey!
- Kids Program: Fun activities to learn about bees, along with chances to win great raffle prizes.
- Special Presentations: Hear from a senior and experienced beekeepers, on Varroa Mite detection techniques, biosecurity inspections, and much more. Take home free leaflets and explore our observation hive!
- Observe Opening Hives: Beekeepers are required to bring their own freshly laundered bee suit & gloves.
Booking & payment is required (refer below).
When: Sunday 23rd February 2025 from 10am to 3pm.
Where: Latrobe Valley Beekeepers Assoc, 99 Saviges Road, Moe 3825.
Entry: Adults: $10 each. Children 16 years old and under: Free (accompanied by a responsible adult)
Enquiries: GippyBeeDay@gmail.com
Booking website: lvba.wildapricot.org/event-5916744
Event in conjunction with: South Gippsland Beekeepers Facebook & SouthGippslandBeekeepers.org.au
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