Norroa™ with Eric Walgren- Monday, March 3rd

Buncombe County Beekeepers Club Monthly Meeting Date: Monday, March 3rd, 2025 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Location: Groce Methodist Church, 954 Tunnel Road Presentation Title: Norroa™: A New and Effective Approach for Varroa Mite Control (Pending Regulatory Approval) Join us for an enlightening presentation on Norroa™, an innovative Varroa mite treatment designed to revolutionize how we manage this persistent threat to our hives. Unlike traditional treatments, Norroa™ targets Varroa mites directly, preventing them from reproducing and thus disrupting their life cycle effectively. How Norroa™ Works: Norroa™ is suspended in a sugar syrup pouch, applied directly to the hive. The treatment becomes part of the brood food consumed by developing larvae. When the foundress mite hides under the larvae before capping, she comes into contactRead More

Monday, February 3rd: From Now Until April: Mites, Expansion, & Splits with Ashby Miller

From Now Until April: Mites, Expansion, & Splits with Ashby Miller Event Description: Join the Buncombe County Beekeepers Club for an informative and engaging presentation by Ashby Miller, co-owner of Ashby Farms, on Monday, February 3rd, from 6:30–7:30 PM at Groce United Methodist Church, 954 Tunnel Rd, Asheville. Ashby will share his expertise in preparing colonies for success during the critical months leading into spring. Topics will include strategies for managing Varroa mites, planning for colony expansion, and making effective splits to strengthen your apiary. Whether you’re a seasoned beekeeper or just starting out, this presentation will provide practical insights and proven techniques to help your bees thrive. About the Speaker: Ashby Miller and his wife Cori own and operate Ashby Farms in Burlington, NC,Read More

First Meeting of the Year-Beyond Inside the Hive with Max Rünzel

Buncombe County Beekeepers Club – January Meeting  Join us on Monday, January 6th, from 6:30-7:30 PM, at Groce United Methodist Church, 954 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, for an inspiring session with Max Rünzel, CEO and Co-Founder of HiveTracks. Topic: Beyond Inside the Hive – Building Community and Understanding the Environment Around Bees About HiveTracks: HiveTracks is an innovative platform empowering beekeepers worldwide to optimize their hive management while contributing valuable data to support global research on bee health and environmental sustainability. By connecting beekeepers, researchers, and communities, HiveTracks fosters collaboration and insights to create a brighter future for bees and their ecosystems. About the Speaker: Max Rünzel brings a unique global perspective, blending technology, community-building, and environmental stewardship. During his tenure with the United Nations, MaxRead More

January 6th 2025 meeting

BCBC will be having our Jan.meeting this coming Monday the 6th. Our speaker will be James Wilkes from hive tracks. Meeting starts at 7:00 doors open at 6:30 Groce United Methodist Church Tunnel RD Asheville

Buncombe County Beekeepers Club Post-Hurricane Helene Gathering

Buncombe County Beekeepers Club Post-Hurricane Helene Gathering Join us for a community check-in on Monday, November 4th, at 6:30 PM at Groce Methodist Church. This will be our first meeting since the storm, and it’s a chance to reconnect and support each other as we assess the personal, professional, and apiary impacts of Hurricane Helene. We’ll have resources to share and visitors from neighboring counties who want to lend a hand. Come with your stories, resources, and advice as we come together to support our beekeeping family.  

BCBC Helene Resources

View our most recent newsletter here—-> https://mailchi.mp/d4965c220b4b/special-bcbc-newsletter-helene We hope this message finds you and your loved ones safe in the wake of  Helene’s destruction. The storm has caused significant damage to roads and infrastructure in our area, and we are all feeling the impact. At the Buncombe County Beekeepers Club, our first priority is ensuring the safety and well-being of our members and their families. Please let us know if you are okay or if there is anything you need during this time. We have members far and wide running supplies to people in need. For those who need assistance with their bees or hives, we have a team of beekeepers on standby ready to help in any way they can if they can accessRead More

POSTPONED! Improving Genetics & Sustainable Beekeeping 

Improving Genetics & Sustainable Beekeeping  – Join Us For A Day Of Insightful Beekeeping Knowledge!  Date: Saturday, November 9th, 2024 Time: Registration from 7:30-8:30 am | Event: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Location: Warren Wilson College, 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Cost: $35 (lunch optional – requires additional ticket – 1 per lunch participant – see below) Warren Wilson Lunch optional: $15 (Check out their website for more information on lunch options) Hosted by the Buncombe County Beekeepers Club, this event is your opportunity to dive deep into the world of beekeeping with industry experts. Whether you’re a seasoned beekeeper or just starting, this day is packed with essential knowledge that will enhance your beekeeping practices. Agenda Highlights: 7:30 am – 8:30 am:Read More

Root Cause Apiary Work Event

Good evening,   This Saturday Sept.7th at 11:15 AM the Apiary Committee has arranged for a brief work event to be held at the Root Cause Apiary.  The objective will be to assess the state of our colonies following our ApiGuard treatments and to evaluate how things are looking as we start to roll into the Fall season.     For any interested in assisting and/or observing, feel free to join us!  If you plan on attending, or have any questions, drop us a line at beeyardcommittee@wncbees.org .  Should there be a need to reschedule due to weather conditions we’ll let you know right away.     As always, please be sure to bring some PPE (at least a veil) along with some water to drink.   The address isRead More