Topic: Summer Social with Q&A Our meeting this month will be an informal summer social, providing a wonderful opportunity for newer members to get acquainted and talk everything beekeeping. We will have an informal open discussion session for general Q&A. It will be a good chance to ask those lingering questions about summer bee colony management, honey harvesting, and prepping the bees and hive for the cooler fall temperatures. Please consider bringing a snack or dish to share.

Topic: Wintering bees and storing equipment Presenter: Peggy De Santo (virtual presentation) Peggy will present the Condensing Hive vs.Vented Hive and an introduction to the Hive Hugger Winterization System. Peggy is a co-founder of the Hive Hugger winterization system. This insulation system is founded in science and is unique in that it is based on the condensing hive approach. The product won the 2023 American Beekeeping Federation Award for Best Innovation and was awarded the University of Minnesota SARE Grant.…

Welcome Visitors – This meeting will be open to the public – we are participating in the Wisconsin Science Festival Week Topic: Creating Bee Products - Transforming Honey, Wax and Equipment. Presenter: Various HIVE CHEMISTRY 101 • MAKING MEAD – a brief introduction into wine making with honey – Dennis and Lynn Marquardt – hosted by Lisa Coggins • HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS – wood conditioner, food wraps and candles – Max Martin • PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS – lip balm, lotion bars, hand salve…

Topic: Holiday Potluck Social, following a short meeting. Pot Luck Social! A pot of hot chili, bread and an array of beverages will be part of the gathering. Bring a dish to pass and enjoy fellow beekeepers company. For any questions, contact Gretchen (920-493-0090). Recipe and samples of homemade bee candy to support winter colonies will be available. There will also be time for Questions, Answers, Sharing.

Happy New Year everyone and welcome to beekeeping 2025; the 10th anniversary year of the Door County Beekeepers Club. This meeting will be an exciting way to begin the new year with elections and an exciting program. In accordance with our new bylaws, the membership will now elect officers each year. Those positions include President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. We will present slate of individuals that have indicated an interest in serving and then accept nominations from the membership.…

JOINT MEETING with Brown County Beekeepers. Topic: Identifying and Managing Honeybee Disease Presenters: Two Minnesota Bee Squad members from the University of Minnesota Bee Lab For our February meeting, the Door County Beekeepers Club is collaborating with the Brown County Beekeepers Association. Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Time: Social starts at 5:30 p.m. There will be food served, including Booyah and desserts. If you have a dish or dessert you would like to share, feel free bring it along. Program starts…

Topic: Preparing for bees and equipment needed. Presenters: Craig and Michelle Spindler “Let it Bee Inc.” business owners Craig and Michelle Spindler will talk about their journey into beekeeping, and the development of their business. Additional discussions will address the equipment needed to get started and supplies and equipment that they handle in the store. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussions.

Topic: Commercial beekeeping and modified queen rearing. Presenter: Jonathan Parsons   Club member and commercial beekeeper Jonathan Parsons will discuss the methods he uses in his operation and explain how his beekeeping hobby has transformed into a commercial operation. In addition, Jonathan will share the queen rearing method he uses and why it is both useful and important to the local hobby beekeepers.

5:30 p.m. Hive Dive Club Hives at Crossroads We host club hive dives May, June, and July at various hives. This is a great opportunity for new and interested beekeepers to learn more about hive checks and what they should be looking for. Bring your protective gear. 6:30 p.m. – Meeting Topic: Beehive inspections. Presenter: Dan Ziehli Our program this month will feature Dan Ziehli (former State Bee Inspector), who has spoken several times at prior DCBC meetings. Dan will…

Topic: Honeybee nutrition and genetics. Presenter: Bill Meyer 5:30 p.m. Hive Dive Susie Kurtz’s Apiary 608 South 18th Ave., Sturgeon Bay We host club hive dives May, June, and July at various hives. This is a great opportunity for new and interested beekeepers to learn more about hive checks and what they should be looking for. Bring your protective gear. 6:30 p.m. – Meeting Collins Learning Center at Crossroads Our meeting this month will begin with a presentation about the…

5:30 p.m. Hive Dive Susan Braun’s Apiary 5336 County Road P, Sturgeon Bay We host club hive dives May, June, and July at various hives. This is a great opportunity for new and interested beekeepers to learn more about hive checks and what they should be looking for. Bring your protective gear. When you arrive at Susan’s, please park along the driveway. It’s a short walk over to the apiary, which is on the west side of her property between…