75% of all flowering plants on earth rely on pollinators to reproduce and thrive.
Announcements:
Field Day Has Been Moved to Sunday, April 14th at 1:00pm
Please see email sent to all members Friday Morning around 9am
Important Dates:
Woodenware Distribution Dates:
Will be scheduled when orders are placed – We still have some hive sets available – so order NOW!
Bee Package Orders can be placed until April 13th – Delivery is currently scheduled for April 27th – Same location as Woodenware Day – Time TBD
COMING SOON – Bee on the lookout for information on our May 9th Meeting
When and Where We Meet:
BONS Meets the 2nd Thursday of every month at the Blandy Experimental Farm Library, 400 Blandy Farm Ln, Boyce, VA 22620. We gather at 6:30pm with presentation at 7:00pm
Quick Links:
Virginia Department of Agriculuture
State Resources & Links
VA HONEYBEE CYCLE
Monthly checklist for beekeepers
Who We Are
BONS is a group of beekeepers in the northwestern corner of Virginia who are dedicated to increasing public awareness about beekeeping and the valuable role of honey bees in nature and agriculture. We promote the art and science of beekeeping.
Our Mission
- To assist in educating the public about honey bees and beekeeping
- To assist in beekeeper education and support
- To promote members sale of hive products