Take advantage of this opportunity to learn directly from expert beekeeper Mike Love, known for his deep knowledge, hands-on teaching style and decades of experience. Whether you are new to beekeeping or looking to improve your skills, these practical workshops will prepare you for success.
Held at the Collingwood Children’s Farm Apiary, this small group workshop series offers hands-on guidance in constructing the essential tools required for wiring hive frames and embedding wax foundation. These are important skills for any beekeeper. You will gain the practical knowledge to confidently assemble, wire and embed wax foundation onto hive frames. Even better, you will leave with the tools you build yourself a frame wiring board and wax embedder along with four frames with premium Australian wax foundation, ready for your hive.
Having these tools and knowing how to assemble your own frames will save you considerably compared to purchasing pre-assembled ones. This is an exceptional opportunity and outstanding value. Do not miss out.
Also makes a great gift idea for the budding beekeeper in your life.
Workshop 2: Construct a Frame Wax Embedder
Learn to assemble hive frames from start to finish, including wiring and embedding high-quality Australian beeswax foundation. You will take home four fully assembled hive frames, ready for your bees.
Includes: All materials, tools, expert instruction, and BBQ lunch or a $10 Farm Café voucher
Capacity: Limited to six participants per workshop for personalised attention and hands-on guidance
Discount: If you book for all 3 workshops in the series we will refund $20
To reach the Apiary, head down the hill towards the Farm from the end of St Heliers Street, Abbotsford. Continue walking past the Farm along the public bike path for about three minutes. The Apiary will be on your right.
