Getting Started
8 guides
How to Find a Beekeeping Mentor or Local Club
Find a beekeeping club, mentor, or class near you with this practical guide. Includes where to search, what to ask, and how to get the most from local beekee...
July 3, 2026
Your First-Year Beekeeping Calendar, Month by Month
A practical month-by-month beekeeping calendar for beginners: what to do, when to do it, and why timing matters for your first colony.
June 30, 2026
How to Start Beekeeping: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide
Ready to keep bees? This step-by-step guide covers gear, bee selection, hive setup, and what your first season actually looks like.
June 22, 2026
Is Backyard Beekeeping Right for You? Time, Allergies, and Neighbors
Considering beekeeping? Honestly assess your time, sting allergy risk, and neighbor situation before buying gear.
June 19, 2026
Beekeeping Laws and Registration: What Beginners Must Know
Beekeeping laws vary by country, state, and town. Here's exactly what to look up before you set up your first hive.
June 17, 2026
How to Choose the Best Spot for a Backyard Hive
Pick the right location for your backyard beehive: sun, drainage, flight paths, water, and neighbor relations all covered.
June 12, 2026
Package Bees vs. Nucs: Which Should a Beginner Buy?
Packages or nucs? Compare cost, install difficulty, disease risk, and head start to pick the right way to start your first hive.
June 8, 2026
What Beekeeping Really Costs in Your First Year
A real-world breakdown of first-year beekeeping costs — hive, bees, gear, and extras — so you can budget honestly before you start.
June 4, 2026