Hey friend – We’re David and Bear Baker, Beekeepers from Oklahoma. Thanks for stopping by!
You might know us as the founders of the beginner beekeeping 101, one of the world’s largest and most loved online resources for introduction to beekeeping and honey production.
But we’re also beekeeping coaches and avid beekeeper too!
I’m interested in Beekeeping, Where do I even start?
What equipment do I need to start beekeeping?
How much does it cost to start beekeeping?
What are the basic steps for managing a beehive?
How often should I inspect my beehive?
How do I protect my bees from pests and diseases?
When is the best time to harvest honey?
How do I extract honey from the hive?
What are the benefits of beekeeping?
What are some common mistakes that beginner beekeepers make?
If so, then you’ve come to the right place!
Whether you’ve already started your first hive but just aren’t seeing your hive thrive, or you are overwhelmed by the idea of stepping out on your own and starting a hive, we can help you.
When I began beekeeping , I faced numerous challenges in starting and maintaining a beehive, despite my desire to reap the rewards of self-sufficiency, environmental stewardship, connection with nature, and personal growth. The learning curve was steep, and I had to grapple with issues that are typical of novice beekeepers. I had hives swarm and disappear on me, resulting in significant losses of bees and honey, Ilost entire hives to parasites and missing queens. These setbacks cost me both time and money.
Fortunately, I had a valuable resource in my dad, who was always available to offer guidance and advice, helping me to troubleshoot problems and refine my beekeeping processes. Now, we’d like to pay it forward and share our knowledge and experience with you, from the very beginning of your beekeeping journey. By doing so, we hope to help you avoid costly mistakes and save you both time and money, while also fostering a sense of stewardship and appreciation for nature.
Self-Sufficiency: Many beginner beekeepers are drawn to beekeeping because they want to become more self-sufficient and rely less on store-bought products. Beekeeping can provide a source of honey and beeswax, as well as a way to pollinate their gardens and crops.
Environmental Stewardship: Beekeeping can also be a way to contribute to environment by helping to promote pollinator health and improve biodiversity in local ecosystems.
Connection with Nature: Beekeeping offers a way to connect with nature and observe the behavior of bees and other pollinators. For some people, this can be a very rewarding and meditative experience.
Hobby and Learning Opportunity: Beekeeping can also be a fulfilling hobby and a chance to learn new skills and techniques. Many beginner beekeepers enjoy the process of learning about beekeeping and experimenting with different methods to improve their skills.
By managing your own beehives, you can save money on store-bought honey and beeswax products, while also creating a potential side hustle or business opportunity.
Selling these products at local farmers' markets or online can yield a profitable return, and bees can enhance crop yields and profits for farmers. Start your journey into beekeeping and enjoy the financial benefits of this fulfilling hobby.
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