Classes
Open Hive - Hands On Experience
We offer small-group beekeeping classes designed to help both beginners and second-year beekeepers gain real-world experience over active honey bee hives.
From foundational Beekeeping 101 to next-level hive management training, our classes combine structured instruction, video preparation, and hands-on field experience at our Somerset, Texas location.
Description
Beekeeping Classes
Hands-On Training in South Central Texas
We offer small group beekeeping classes designed to build confidence, practical skill, and real understanding — over an open hive.
Whether you are just getting started or ready to expand your apiary, our classes focus on sound fundamentals, healthy bees, and hands-on experience.
Choose Your Level
• Beekeeping 101 — For new and first-year beekeepers
• Beekeeping 201 — For experienced beekeepers ready for the next level
How Our Classes Work
Our Basic Class includes a private video series followed by an in-person hands-on session over an active hive.
Intermediate training focuses on live demonstrations, advanced hive evaluation, and real-time management decisions.
Classes are weather permitting. We do not open hives in heavy rain or temperatures below 60°F.
Class Times
Class Times - 10:00 AM
Classes are held in the mornings, 10:00 am till noon, followed by loading bees in the afternoons.
Part 2 of the class is typically around 2 hours long and may run slightly longer, depending on the amount of Q & A. Students are welcome to hang out and visit to discuss bees and beekeeping.
For students that also ordered bees, we will load bees right after the class. Normally no later than 12:30 (fyi - for anyone on a tight time schedule)
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Weather & Safety
Classes are weather permitting. We do not open hives in heavy rain or temperatures below 60°F.
If a storm develops during class, we have covered and indoor facilities available. While we will not open hives during inclement weather, instruction and discussion continue safely.
Children & Families
We welcome families and young people interested in learning about bees.
This is a hands-on outdoor class involving active hives. Parents should determine whether their child is mature enough to participate safely and remain attentive.
Protective gear is recommended for youth participants.
Pick Up Information
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We offer "Curb Side" style pick up for folks on the go with minimal delays ... or we can open the hives to show you the bees and queens on any of the available Pick Up Dates. You select from multiple dates when placing an order. Each of the hive purchase options are available with or without our popular basic beekeeping school. Classes are held in the mornings, 10:00 am till noon, followed by loading bees in the afternoons.
