BEEKEEPING TRAINING DAY

Beginning Beekeeping APRIL 2011 (exact date to be announced)

LIMITED SPACES - BOOKING ESSENTIAL


	This is a *one day course* in East Sussex for complete beginners, those interested in bees who would like to know more before deciding whether beekeeping is for them, and those with a season’s experience, or so, already.

What is it about? Learn about the origins of the honeybee, its life cycle and how we manage bees for honey production and our own enjoyment at an informative one day session run by a friendly group of experienced beekeepers. During the day, as well as covering many topics about bees and beekeeping, you will have the opportunity to get hands on experience with live bees in our apiary at an optional session called ‘Let’s Meet the Bees’ (weather permitting).


	Where is it and when? The venue for the course is *Arlington Village Hall* in the middle of the pretty village of Arlington, about 3 miles west of Hailsham in East Sussex. We will *start at 9.30am and finish at about 4pm*. Young people aged 12-16 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult..


	What will I need to bring? We will provide veils for face protection but please wear *long trousers* and a non knitted *long sleeved top.* You will also need to bring a pair of Wellington boots and a pair of ‘Marigold’ gloves (household type) to stop your hands getting stung or sticky.


	How much is it? The course costs *just £30 per person,* (EBKA and Sussex division members £15) including light lunch and refreshments. Accompanied young people, 12-16 years, free. Join Eastbourne Beekeepers Association on the day and get *free membership for this season (NB: extra charge applies if you have bees)*


	*SAFETY!* Please note that a very small proportion of people are seriously allergic to bee stings. If you are concerned about whether you might be one of them please consult your doctor before booking. We take reasonable steps to avoid stings but cannot guarantee that the bees will always behave as we would like them to.

		Following the success of the 2010 Beginning Beekeeping Day, we will be giving *priority to existing and new members* when bookings commence for the 2011 day. Please see our EBKA Joining Us page for membership details for beginners or contact us by e-mail. If you are not a member we may not be able to fit you in as demand for places remains so high. Information and booking To find out more ring Jonathan Coote on 01435 830124 or email jonathan@iwoodplace.wanadoo.co.uk When bookings commence, please send a cheque, *payable to EBKA* to Jonathan Coote, Iwood Plaace, Rushlake Green, TTN21 9QT