Swarm Catching 101 (Virtual Class)

Swarms are by far the best way to source your bees, as you’ll ensure you are working with the strongest most locally adapted genetics! In this online course you’ll learn everything you need to know to go gather your very own swarm.

Topics Covered:

• What is a swarm?

• Why and when do bees swarm?

• Why are swarms suppressed in conventional beekeeping?

• Journey of the Swarm

• Putting together your swarm kit

• How to create a welcoming hive + swarm lures

• Where to find swarms/how to get a swarm call

• Q’s to ask when you receive a swarm call

• Swarm collection techniques (there are so many!)

• Do’s + Don’ts

• Transporting your swarm and introducing them to their new home

• Feeding your swarm

• Swarm Lore