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Even More Woodenware

Posted on April 9, 2012 by bob

The last of the woodenware, Tarboo Valley 8-frame tops and bottoms, is due to arrive on Saturday. Details and hours for pick-up to follow.

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Woodenware is here

Posted on March 30, 2012 by bob

Just arrived – stacked and sorted (kinda). Drop me a line, if you want to pick up tonight.

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Woodenware Arrival

Posted on March 29, 2012 by bob

Looks like the bulk of the woodenware will be arriving by this weekend or Monday at the latest. In any event, it should be there for the club meeting. We’re still waiting on the 8-frame tops and bottoms from Tarboo. … Continue reading →

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Last Class of 2012 – March 24th and 25th

Posted on March 18, 2012 by bob

Time is running out to register for the last SVB beginners class of 2012. Introduction to Beekeeping Honeybees are fun to keep in the backyard for their honey, pollination, and personal enjoyment. Western Washington and rural King County offer prime … Continue reading →

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Woodenware

Posted on February 27, 2012 by bob

For those of you trying to order woodenware. My combshoney.com domain got hosed up and a number of you bounced e-mail. I’ve changed the e-mail link to my other e-mail address, and it should all be working now. Thanks to … Continue reading →

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Register your hives for 2012

Posted on February 17, 2012 by bob

Please register your hives with the Washington State Department of Agriculture to take advantage of state tax exemptions. Form located here: Apiary Registration form

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2012 Group orders and classes

Posted on January 23, 2012 by bob

Ok, so I finally got off my posterior and updated the 2012 information. Group Orders Pleas note, there’s an additional type of queen available in this year’s package orders. Education

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Feb 7th meeting

Posted on January 23, 2012 by bob

Equipment assembly workshop. Trying to figure out how to assemble your new gear? We’ll have a few stations set up with instructors, jigs, etc. Bring some gear out and have some experienced hands show you what to do with it.

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Intermediate Beekeeping Class

Posted on October 5, 2011 by bob

Sign up for the intermediate beekeeping class on Sunday, October 16th 12-4pm. Registration is through Si-View park district. Info on registration at: Class Registration or phone 425.831.1900

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September Hive Calendar

Posted on September 7, 2011 by bob

Colonies should start back-filling as knotweed begins to flow. Target hives for 60+ lbs of stores by the end of month. Feed colonies that need it. Combine weak colonies (less than 6 frames of brood) or create nucs for overwintering. … Continue reading →

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