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Comprehensive Directory of State Bee Associations and Local Clubs

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Beekeepers understand the invaluable role that beekeeping organizations play in supporting our community. Here’s a comprehensive directory of state beekeeping associations and local bee clubs across all 50 states.

State Beekeeping Associations

Every state in the United States has at least one primary beekeeping association that serves as the main organizing body for beekeepers in that region[1][2][3]:

Complete State Directory

Alabama: Alabama Beekeepers Association[1][4]
Alaska: Southcentral Alaska Beekeepers Association[1]
Arizona: Beekeepers of Central Arizona[1]
Arkansas: Arkansas Beekeepers Association[1][5]
California: California State Beekeepers Association[1][6]
Colorado: Colorado State Beekeepers Association[1]
Connecticut: Connecticut Beekeepers Association[1][3]
Delaware: Delaware Beekeepers Association[1][3]
Florida: Florida State Beekeepers Association[1][5]
Georgia: Georgia Beekeepers Association[1][3]
Hawaii: Hawaii Beekeepers’ Association[1]
Idaho: Treasure Valley Beekeepers Club[1][3]
Illinois: Illinois State Beekeepers Association[1][3][7]
Indiana: Indiana State Beekeepers Association[1][3]
Iowa: Iowa Honey Producers Association[1]
Kansas: Northeastern Kansas Beekeepers’ Association[1]
Kentucky: Kentucky State Beekeepers Association[1][3]
Louisiana: Louisiana Beekeepers Association[1]
Maine: Maine State Beekeepers Association[1][3]
Maryland: Maryland State Beekeepers’ Association[1][3][8]
Massachusetts: Massachusetts Beekeepers Association[1][3]
Michigan: Michigan Beekeepers Association[1][9]
Minnesota: Minnesota Beekeepers Association[1]
Mississippi: Mississippi Beekeepers Association[1]
Missouri: Missouri State Beekeepers Association[1]
Montana: Montana Beekeeper Programs[1]
Nebraska: Nebraska Beekeepers Association[1]
Nevada: Northern Nevada Apiculture Society[1]
New Hampshire: New Hampshire Beekeepers’ Association[1][3]
New Jersey: New Jersey Beekeepers Association[1][3]
New Mexico: New Mexico Beekeepers Association[1]
New York: Empire State Honey Producers Association[1][10]
North Carolina: North Carolina State Beekeepers Association[1][3]
North Dakota: North Dakota Beekeepers Association[1]
Ohio: Ohio State Beekeepers Association[1][3]
Oklahoma: Oklahoma State Beekeepers Association[1]
Oregon: Oregon State Beekeepers Association[1][11][12]
Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania State Beekeepers Association[1][13]
Rhode Island: Rhode Island Beekeepers Association[3]
South Carolina: South Carolina State Beekeepers Association[3]
South Dakota: South Dakota Beekeepers Association
Tennessee: Tennessee Beekeepers Association[3]
Texas: Texas Beekeepers Association[14][15]
Utah: Utah Beekeepers Association
Vermont: Vermont Beekeepers Association[3]
Virginia: Virginia State Beekeepers Association[3]
Washington: Washington State Beekeepers Association[16]
West Virginia: West Virginia Beekeepers Association[3]
Wisconsin: Wisconsin State Beekeepers Association
Wyoming: Wyoming Beekeepers Association

Local Bee Associations by State

Beyond state associations, hundreds of local bee clubs operate throughout the country. These clubs typically focus on specific counties, cities, or regions within each state.

Sample Local Associations & Clubs (Representative Examples)

California

California boasts one of the most extensive networks of local beekeeping clubs[17][6]:

  • Big Valley Beekeepers Guild
  • California Bee Breeders Association (Oroville)
  • Central Valley Beekeepers Association (Madera)
  • Delta Bee Club (Modesto – serving Stanislaus, Merced & San Joaquin Counties)
  • Los Angeles County Beekeepers Association
  • Mt. Diablo Beekeepers Association
  • Orange County Beekeepers Association (Fullerton)
  • Sacramento Area Beekeepers Association
  • San Diego Beekeeping Society (Bonita)[18]
  • Santa Barbara Beekeepers Association[19]
  • Santa Clara Valley Beekeepers Guild (Los Gatos)[20]
  • Shasta Beekeepers Association (Redding)
  • Sonoma County Beekeepers Association (Santa Rosa)
  • Beekeepers Association of Southern California[21]

Oregon

Oregon’s beekeeping community is well-organized with 17 affiliate associations[12]:

  • Central Coast Beekeepers Association (Newport)
  • Central Oregon Beekeepers Association (Bend)[22]
  • Columbia County Oregon Beekeepers (St. Helens)
  • Columbia Gorge Beekeepers Association (Hood River)
  • Klamath Basin Beekeepers Association (Klamath Falls)
  • Lane County Beekeepers Association (Eugene)
  • Linn Benton Beekeepers Association (Corvallis)
  • Portland Metro Beekeepers Association (Happy Valley)
  • Portland Urban Beekeepers (Portland)[23]
  • Southern Oregon Beekeepers Association (Central Point)
  • Willamette Valley Beekeepers Association (Salem)[24]

Florida

Florida’s diverse geography supports numerous regional clubs[25][26]:

  • Apalachee Beekeepers Association (North Florida/South Georgia)[27]
  • Brevard Backyard Beekeepers
  • Broward Beekeepers Association
  • Gulf Coast Beekeepers Association
  • Orange Blossom Beekeepers Association (Orlando)[28]
  • St. Johns County Beekeepers Association[29]
  • Tampa Bay Beekeepers Association
  • Treasure Coast Beekeepers Association (Fort Pierce)[30]

Texas

Texas beekeeping clubs serve specific regions across this large state[14][15]:

  • Central Texas Beekeepers Association (Brenham)[31]
  • East Texas Beekeepers Association[14]
  • Houston Beekeepers Association[32]
  • Trinity Valley Beekeepers Association (Dallas)
  • Collin County Hobby Beekeeping Association (McKinney)

New York

New York has an extensive network of regional clubs organized by geographic areas[33][10]:

Western Region: Chautauqua County Beekeepers, Rochester Beekeepers, Western NY Honey Producers
Central Region: Syracuse Beekeepers, Finger Lakes Beekeepers Association, Mid York Beekeepers
Eastern Region: Capital Area Beekeepers, Catskill Mountain Beekeepers
Southern Region: Long Island Beekeepers, NYC Beekeeping, Ulster County Beekeepers

Michigan

Michigan’s clubs are organized by districts with extensive coverage statewide[9][34][35]:

  • Ann Arbor Backyard Beekeepers (A2B2)
  • Center Of Michigan Beekeepers (COMB)[34]
  • Holland Area Beekeepers Association
  • Kalamazoo Bee Club
  • Oakland Bee Club
  • Southeastern Michigan Beekeepers Association (SEMBA)

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has 36 affiliated local clubs according to their state association[13]:

  • Allegheny Mountain Beekeepers Association
  • Bucks County Beekeepers Association
  • Chester County Beekeepers Association
  • Lancaster County Beekeepers Society
  • Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild
  • York County Beekeepers’ Association

Finding Local Clubs

Most states maintain directories on their state association websites.

Additional resources include:

  • American Beekeeping Federation: Maintains links to state and local organizations[2][36]
  • Bee Culture Magazine: Offers a comprehensive directory of beekeeping clubs by state[37][38]
  • County Extension Offices: Often have information about local beekeeping groups
  • Facebook Groups: Many clubs maintain active social media presence
  • Beesource Forums: Community-driven resources for finding local connections[39]

Regional Associations

Several regional associations serve multiple states:

  • Eastern Apicultural Society: Serves eastern United States[3]
  • Western Apicultural Society: Covers western states including Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming[40]
  • Heartland Apicultural Society: Serves central United States

Benefits of Joining

Both state associations and local clubs offer tremendous value for beekeepers:

  • Education: Regular meetings with expert speakers and hands-on workshops
  • Mentorship: Pairing new beekeepers with experienced mentors
  • Networking: Connecting with local beekeepers for support and knowledge sharing
  • Advocacy: Working together on issues affecting beekeepers and pollinators
  • Resources: Access to club equipment, libraries, and group purchasing programs
  • Community Events: Participation in fairs, educational outreach, and swarm removal services

Summary

This comprehensive directory represents the robust beekeeping community across America.

Whether you’re a beginning beekeeper looking for guidance or an experienced apiarist wanting to give back to the community, these organizations provide essential support for sustainable beekeeping practices and bee conservation efforts.

See our latest post for a compehensive list of Local Beekeeping Clubs For 50 States

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