We have a new venue for our meetings!
We were all getting used to wearing masks when meeting other people, and not really rubbing shoulders with folks at gatherings. But things are getting back to normal as BC …
We are beekeepers. It is as simple as that! It is not easy, but with patience and a willingness to learn, mastering the art and science of husbanding bees becomes a life goal.
We are the largest bee club on Vancouver Island, with over 200 active members. Our diverse club hosts meetings covering content for newbees as well as experienced beeks. Read more…
Bees have been around for quite a while, and so have we. Our club has been active since the 1950s, but our experience and techniques have adapted through the decades. We encourage the sharing of ideas and experiences of our club members since we’re stronger as a colony than as individuals.
The CRBA’s constitution and by-laws clearly outlines what we stand for and aims to provide a future vision to those who affiliate with us through membership. Come to one of our meetings and enjoy discussing ideas with like-minded individuals.
We want to connect people with similar interests in all things related to bees. To do so, we regularly update notices and links, and have some club members selling some equipment and services. Members of the public interested in hosting hives on their property also contribute to bee sustainability.
We were all getting used to wearing masks when meeting other people, and not really rubbing shoulders with folks at gatherings. But things are getting back to normal as BC …
It’s that time of year. Do you have nucs for sale? Do you want bees? Here’s the information you need.
It must have been a slow week for news. The phone rang. It was a reporter from CTV. He was doing a story on the devastating impact of mites on prairie apiaries and …
The squalls have been sweeping through the neighbourhood, making me nervous for my fledgling hives. Forager bees barely have time to get out the door and explore the immediate surroundings …
There is something very calming as one opens and places a package of bees in its new home. Nothing is frantic, rushed or panicked about the process – at least you …