Winter Honey Bee Survival Classes, Afton WY

Extension offers winter honey bee survival classes in Afton, Jackson

            Ways to keep bees cozy in winter and why keeping varroa mite numbers low is important are among topics during Winter Honey Bee Survival Classes in Afton and Jackson.

            The event is 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, at the Afton Civic Center, 150 S. Washington St., and 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday in the 4-H Building, 255 West Deloney, in Jackson, said Hudson Hill, University of Wyoming Extension educator.

            Other topics are “Winter Bee Care Starts in June” and “Nutrition and Native Floral Resources to Supplements.”

            RSVPs are encouraged, said Hill. RSVP by contacting Hill or Jill Hubbard at 307-885-3132. Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment or inclement weather, he said.

Source:  University of Wyoming Extension