Events

Swarm Traps and Catching Swarms

Feb 2, 2026, 6:30 PM Mid-East Buffalo Campus

We will discuss different swarm traps and techniques to catch swarms.

Horizontal Hives and Silent Auction

Mar 2, 2026, 6:30 PM Mid-East Buffalo Campus

We will look at horizontal hives and discuss how well they work in our area. We will also host our annual silent auction; bring equipment, books, and other bee-related items to help raise funds for our club!

Beginning Beekeeping Class

Mar 7, 2026, 8:00 AM Noble County OSU Extension Operations

A beginning beekeeping class is sponsored by the Ohio State University Extension Noble County and our club. Registration includes a one-year membership in the Guernsey Noble Beekeepers and the Ohio State Beekeepers.

Using Nucs in the Apiary

Apr 6, 2026, 6:30 PM Mid-East Buffalo Campus

We will discuss the benefits and challenges of nucs.

Queen Rearing

May 4, 2026, 6:30 PM Mid-East Buffalo Campus

We will discuss how to raise queens.

Extraction Demonstration and Hive Products

Jun 1, 2026, 6:30 PM Guernsey Sportsmen for Conservation

The club will do an extraction demonstration. We will also discuss products that can be made from honey, pollen, and propolis.

Picnic at the Seaton's

Jul 11, 2026, 6:00 PM Seaton's House

This will be our annual July 4th picnic!

Mite Treatments

Aug 3, 2026, 6:30 PM Guernsey Sportsmen for Conservation

There will be a presentation on mite treatments along with products available for purchase.

Labor Day Picnic

Sep 8, 2026, 6:30 PM Guernsey Sportsmen for Conservation

The club will host a picnic while our local bee inspectors report on this year's hive conditions.

Honey Show and Winter Preparation

Oct 5, 2026, 6:30 PM Mid-East Buffalo Campus

Bring your honey and other hive products to show off to other club members. We will also discuss prepping your hives for winter.

Holiday Dinner

Nov 2, 2026, 6:30 PM Theo's Family Restaurant

This will be our annual Holiday Dinner at Theo's Family Restaurant.

Election and Sugar Brick Demonstration

Dec 7, 2026, 6:30 PM Mid-East Buffalo Campus

We will elect officers and then demonstrate how to make sugar bricks. Fondant and outher products will be available for purchase.