We still require a volunteer with a large van to help clear the apiary shed on Saturday.
If you can assist, please contact us at pbkaapiarymanager@live.co.uk asap.
Many thanks
Events
PBKA AGM – Change of date to Thursday 24th February 2022!
Would all PBKA members please note that the Annual General Meeting this year will now be held on Thursday 24th February at Haverfordwest Cricket Club, in the Green Room, to commence promptly at 7.30pm.
The Agenda and Minutes of the previous meeting are to follow.
We look forward to seeing you all and please ensure you comply with any Covid requirements.
WBKA Webinar on Forage Feb 24th @ 7.30pm
Forage – Lynne Ingram Master Beekeeper, NDB
Join us for a webinar on Feb 24, 2022 at 7:30 PM GMT.
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Foraging is essential for honey bees and provides their food supplies of nectar and pollen. Forage sources for honey bees are an important consideration for beekeepers, especially when siting apiaries. This talk looks at the nutritional needs of bees, colony requirements and important sources of forage, as well as looking at the bees’ foraging strategies.
Lynne has kept bees for over 30 years, and runs 25 – 30 colonies in Somerset. She is a Master Beekeeper, has recently gained the National Diploma in Beekeeping, (NDB), and is an examiner for the modules and practical assessments. Lynne is heavily involved in educating beekeepers in Somerset, now running study groups via Zoom, and curating the popular Somerset Lockdown Lecture series.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/449799632669689100
WBKA Spring Convention 26th March 2022
‘ Dear Fellow Beekeeper,
2022 has started and your thoughts start turning to what this season will bring. Why not attend the WBKA Spring Convention in person this year (26th March)? With our larger venue at the RWAS showground you are bound to find something of interest. After our enforced break we are back with two workshops, one aimed at newer beekeepers and one on Queen rearing for the more experienced. To find out more and book your place contact me on the email below.
convention@wbka.com
Below is the speaker program:
9.45 -10.15 Opening address, Kathleen Carroll
10.15-11.15 Diversity of Pollinators in Britain, Liam Olds
11.45-12.45 The Truth about Honey, Lynne Ingram
1.45-2.45 In Self-defence, Celia Davis
3.30- 4.00 Any Questions
To get your cheaper earlybird tickets go online . https://wbka.sumup.link/
However for two hours of your time you could get in for free. Stewards are required to make sure that this event runs smoothly. If you would be prepared to join this group of volunteers send me an email stating when you could steward ie early/ mid/late. Stewarding starts at 8am and goes on until 4.30pm.
Jill Wheeler
WBKA Chair (pro tem)
convention@wbka.com’
Pembrokeshire Beekeepers' Association 