To find a local bee club and the best local information about honey bees, here are effective steps and resources:
How to Find a Local Bee Club
- Search Online for Statewide or Local Associations: Most states have beekeeping associations which list local clubs and resources. Searching for “beekeeping association [your state]” or “bee club [your city/state]” is a good way to start.[1][2][3][4]
- Check Centralized Directories: Websites like Bee Culture offer directories by state/province for North America. The American Bee Journal also provides lists sorted by state.[5][4]
- Visit Farmers Markets and Local Fairs: Many club members sell honey and bee products at these events, making it a great networking opportunity.[6]
- National and Regional Resources: The American Beekeeping Federation and the Western Apicultural Society have connections to local organizations and credible broader resources.[7][3]
Where to Find Local Honey Bee Information
- State Beekeeping Associations: These organizations often provide local advice, news, events, and club info. For example, the Washington State Beekeepers Association lists clubs by area. Similar organizations exist for most states.[8][9]
- University Extension Services: Many universities (like Penn State, Texas A&M, Oregon State) run honey bee programs, publish educational materials, and list local contacts.[10][7]
- Specialized Forums and Online Communities: Reddit and beekeeping forums offer advice on finding clubs and practical information on local conditions.[2][6]
- Local Beekeepers: Buying honey directly from local keepers at markets or contacting them through association directories will often connect you with a wealth of local knowledge.[6][1]
Recommended Actions
- Search “[your state] beekeeping association” or use direct state links from national directories.[3][4][1]
- Attend a nearby farmers market or craft fair and talk to sellers of local honey.[6]
- Contact agricultural extension offices, which often support new keepers and offer inspection, disease diagnosis, and training.[11][10]
- Explore association sites for education, mentoring, and local events.
These methods will quickly connect you to local bee clubs and information sources about honey bees in your area.
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- https://www.perfectbee.com/learn-about-bees/about-beekeeping/finding-beekeeping-clubs-and-mentors
- https://www.beesource.com/threads/state-by-state-beekeeping-clubs-and-associations-info.375427/
- https://abfnet.org/beekeeping-organizations/
- https://americanbeejournal.com/tiposlinks/beekeeping-associations/
- https://beeculture.com/find-local-beekeeper/
- https://www.reddit.com/r/Beekeeping/comments/15wot92/where_to_find_local_beekeepers/
- https://www.portlandmetrobeekeepers.org/Local-Associations
- https://wasba.org/local-organizations/
- https://wasba.org
- https://extension.psu.edu/beekeeping-honey-bees/
- https://beehealth.uada.edu/assets/pages/resources.html
