When: June 1, ten a.m. to noon (approx.)
Rain date, June 8
Where: Home of Shaun Webb
2485 Black Diamond Road
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
(west from Menards off Highway 1)
What: Short meeting, followed by activities with the bees!
Please bring a lawn chair for the short meeting. Also, remember to bring protective bee wear.
Water will be provided. (Remember to stay hydrated when working with bees, especially in warm weather.)
** This is a members-only event. People are welcome to attend, though, and pay the $20 dues per household. New members are always welcome and this is a good opportunity to learn and ask questions.
See the Agenda below.
Agenda
I. Short meeting
--Welcome new folks
--Quick update on club apiary
--Explanation of the field activities
--Open discussion/questions
II. Field Activities
--hive inspection
--mite testing
--demo of oxalic acid vaporizer
--demo making a split
III. Treats and final discussion
Hope to See you there!!
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Attention Members: You may reserve the club's oxalic acid vaporizer. Go to this link to get started.
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