Hello Beekeepers,
We hope this newsletter finds you well and still abuzz with the excitement from our first meeting of the year. We were delighted to see familiar faces and newcomers alike as we kicked off 2024 with a fantastic presentation on winter maintenance and spring preparation by Dave Cowart and Jerry Wheeler.
Upcoming Meeting Details: Our next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 5th, at Groce Methodist Church, 954 Tunnel Rd, Asheville. Join us at 6:30 pm to mingle with fellow beekeepers before the meeting starts promptly at 7:00 pm. Vice President Mary Liske will enlighten us about an intriguing invasive species affecting honey flavors, and everyone will have the opportunity to taste this unique honey. Spread the word to your fellow bee enthusiasts who want to learn about what may be coming our way!
Following that, we are excited to welcome Marc Eden, a Journeyman beekeeper, former BCBC president, and a DNPc in nursing research, who will guide us through the topic of “Resilience in Beekeeping.” As a beekeeper, you can be challenged in as many ways as your bees. Your resilience to adversity can be as important as their innate resilience. Marc will talk about the nature of resilience both in our honeybees and in ourselves…and how to cultivate that resilience.
Meet Marc Eden: Marc is not only a Journeyman beekeeper but also a nursing research professional dedicated to building resilience in new nurses. He teaches at Mars Hill University’s nursing program and works at Mission Hospital. Currently pursuing his Master Beekeeper certification, Marc brings a wealth of knowledge to our community.
Call to Action – Get Involved:
1. Social Media: Follow up on our new page on instagram- Buncombecountybeekeepers https://www.instagram.com/buncombecountybeekeepersclub/
2. Mentors: We’re developing a Mentorship program for new beekeepers. If you’re an experienced beekeeper willing to share your knowledge, please let us know. Thanks to Scott Davis, Cathy Peerless, and Bill Phelps for already stepping up!
3. Apiary Committee Members:As Ricky transitions, we’re seeking individuals to join the apiary committee and help manage our bee yard. Thanks to John Wood, Greg Kriezel, Scott David, Christopher Tomsik, Steve Vidal, Chad Siek, and Barry Merluzzo for volunteering!
4. Audit Committee:We need at least three members to audit our club finances. If you have financial, bookkeeping, or business management experience, your help is invaluable.
5. Marketing Team: Volunteers with experience in WordPress and social media marketing are sought to revamp our website and marketing efforts. Thanks to Andrea Burton and Barry Merluzza for volunteering!
6. Honey Recipe Share– At each meeting members will volunteer to share a delicious recipe that incorporates honey! We are grateful to the members that already volunteered! Please remember to print out the recipe or send it to Mary Liske to print before each meeting. We still have a few months available. Let us know if you want to sign up to share a treat!
January- Mary Liske
February- Jude Wrzesinski
March- Janet Peterson
April- Cathy Peerless
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October- Gerlinde Gentzke
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Save the Date: Mark your calendars for March’s meeting, where Devin Gentry from Brevard, NC, will guide us through making springtime splits.
Membership Renewal Reminder: It’s time to renew your membership for the calendar year January-December 2024. Don’t miss out on the benefits of in-person discussions, sharing with fellow beekeepers, and participating in our teaching apiary at Root Cause Farm. Renew online at www.wncbees.org and follow the simple steps outlined on our website.
Thank you for being a vital part of our beekeeping community. We will see you soon!
Best Regards,
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