Long Beach Beekeepers
Long Beach Beekeepers welcomes Dave Goulson, Professor of Biology at the University of Sussex specializing in bee ecology, as our March speaker. Professor Goulson's Saving Our Insects presentation will cover the importance of insects, the causes of insect decline and what can be done to reverse the trend.
In addition to a guest speaker, meetings feature a Honey of the Month tasting and an opportunity drawing. What a sweet deal! In March our Honey of the Month comes courtesy of club member Inger Nelson.
Long Beach Beekeepers meet on the first Sunday of the month and welcome everyone from the experienced to the novice beekeeper to those just curious about beekeeping. The in-person meeting is open to the general public. Members who opt to attend online will be emailed the meeting link and passcode one day prior to the meeting.
Special thanks to EDCO Recycling & Transfer for hosting our meetings.
Ready to join other club members spread the news about honey bees? Please join us at First Fridays in Bixby Knolls. Even if you're new to beekeeping, you can help! By hanging around us, you already know more than the general public. And you know what they say... teaching something helps you to learn it better yourself. So come spread the word! Whether you are able to attend for all or part of the event, your help is always appreciated.
This Art Massive event is themed "Women First," an All-Female Artist Show. The Art Massive coordinator is requesting an all-female participation.
ALL ATTENDEES MUST BE REGISTERED - NO DROP-INS OR ADDITIONAL PEOPLE. Reserve your spot by registering now. Once the class fills, you will be able to join the wait list. We will notify you if anyone cancels, or you will get priority registration for the following event.
This event is free of charge. REGISTRATION FOR ALL ATTENDEES IS REQUIRED and available to club members only.
Beekeeping 101 is an introductory class that will give beginners a glimpse into the secret lives of honeybees. The class includes instruction, discussions, and suiting up to inspect the hives in the bee yard, weather permitting. We invite guests to take the class more than once, as there’s always something new happening in the hive. Recommended for ages 8+.
NOTE REGARDING SPACE: Beekeeping 101 is currently offered twice a month, at two separate apiaries. Space is limited and the classes fill very quickly. Reserve your spot by registering now. Once the class fills, you will be able to join the wait list. We will notify you if a space opens up, or you will get priority registration for the next Beekeeping 101. For children under 8yo, please contact us to be placed on the list for our next "Beekeeping 101 for Kids" class.
Registration for Moore Garden opens February 13. Wait list from the previous session will get priority registration.
Monarch Day
Tabling opportunity open to volunteers who would love to share information about bees. It's a great opportunity to engage with the community about the vital role pollinators play in our ecosystem.
Saturday, March 14, 2026 ⏰ Event Time: 9 a.m – 12 p.m (Setup at 8:30 AM) Willow Springs Park, 2745 Orange Avenue Long Beach, CA 90806
⭐Event highlights: live music, crafts, restoration and planting activities, and opportunities to engage with local community organizations
Long Beach's Office of Climate Action and Sustainability would like to thank you for dedicating your time to educating our community at Monarch Day of Action.
Registration for Zaferia Junction opens February 17. Wait list from the previous session will get priority registration.
The Willow Springs Bee Sanctuary will be open for volunteers to come and help maintain, clean, and organize our site from 11am to 1pm. We will be focusing on weeding and spreading mulch on the grounds. Registration for this event is required.
Protective gear is recommended but not required (in case of cranky bees). Drinking water, work gloves, and sun protection are recommended.
PRO-TIP: Become a member before registering. Pay the same price, and get all the benefits of membership. Registration opens 2/11/26.
Have you fallen in love with the honey bees in your garden or during a visit to Beekeeping 101? Are you ready to take the next step to become a full-fledged beekeeper? Do you want to make 2026 your most memorable year ever? We have exactly the thing for you!
This course provides the instruction and hands-on experience to turn a beginner into a confident backyard beekeeper. Topics include hive management, bee biology, recognizing and treating common diseases and predators, legal requirements of keeping bees in Long Beach, and more.
After completing the course successfully, participants may join the Bee Team for additional practice inspecting hives.
Our class includes various components. Please read the dates carefully and mark all dates in your calendar. The class includes one in-person "Intro to Beekeeping held in a classroom setting, one OPTIONAL field trip to a beekeeping supply shop, one in-person "Introduction to the Apiary," two Zoom lectures, and one mentorship session in the bee yard.
Registration for Moore Garden opens March 1. Wait list from the previous session will get priority registration.
WORKSHOP FOR 2026 PACKAGE BUYERS ONLY
Attention all package buyers! April bring us more than gusty, crisp, rainy days. 'Tis also the season for packaged bees! On Saturday, April 4, 1-3pm, Bill Lewis will demonstrate how to install a new package. If you have ordered bees for this spring, then this is the class for you! We will meet at the Willow Springs Bee Sanctuary. Please bring your suit and gloves. You’ll install packages at the Sanctuary. OPTIONAL: Next day, Sunday, April 5, 1-3pm, Bill will return to the apiary to make sure all is well. This will be a quick visit to remove the cage, make sure the bees are clustering, etc. Registered students are encouraged to attend on Sunday, if possible.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Space is limited and available to club members who are purchasing packages in 2026. Please email educationchair@longbeachbeekeepers.org for registration code.
This event is free of charge.
Long Beach Beekeepers meet monthly. In April, our meeting is moving to April 12, the second Sunday of the month. We welcome everyone from the experienced to the novice beekeeper to those just curious about beekeeping.
The in-person meeting is open to the general public. Members who opt to attend online will be emailed the meeting link and passcode one day prior to the meeting.
In addition to a guest speaker, meetings feature a Honey of the Month tasting and an opportunity drawing. What a sweet deal! In April our Honey of the Month is coming all the way from Vietnam (!), courtesy of club member Renee Aydelott.
This “event” is the Bee Prepared mentor session. Students will be invited via email shortly after registration. Openings will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Open only to BP students.
STEAM Night at Bixby Elementary School
Tabling opportunity open to volunteers who would love to share information about bees. It's a great opportunity to engage with elementary school students and spark their interest in science, pollination, and the environment.
️ Friday, April 24, 2026 Event time: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM (Setup at 4:00 PM) Bixby Elementary School, 5251 E Stearns St, Long Beach, CA 90815
City Nature Challenge
️ Saturday, April 25, 2026 ⏰ Event Time: 9 a.m – 12 p.m (Setup at 8:30 AM) Willow Springs Park, 2745 Orange Avenue Long Beach, CA 90806
⭐ Event highlights: City Nature Challenge is an international initiative organized by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County to record wildlife population data in urban areas. During the Challenge, people across the globe are encouraged to identify and contribute images of local plants, animals, and fungi to share with other community scientists through the iNaturalist app.
Long Beach's Office of Climate Action and Sustainability would like to thank you for dedicating your time to educating our community at City Nature Challenge.
Long Beach Beekeepers meet on the first Sunday of the month and welcome everyone from the experienced to the novice beekeeper to those just curious about beekeeping. The in-person meeting is open to the general public. Members who opt to attend online will be emailed the meeting link and passcode.
In addition to a guest speaker, meetings feature a Honey of the Month tasting and an opportunity drawing. What a sweet deal!
Long Beach Beekeepers is a 501(c)3 organization
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