Basics of Biodynamic Beekeeping, Part 2:
​The Continuing Journey

If you have taken the Basics of Biodynamic Beekeeping Part 1 and you are looking to continue your journey into the amazing world of honeybees, this course is for you. While the goal of biodynamic beekeeping is to reduce stress factors within a beehive and to create an environment and protocol that will enable the bees to live and thrive in accordance with their true nature. 

If you are already an experienced gardener, you may have considered the idea of having a beehive or two in your garden, but been put off by the cost and steep warning curve.  In Part 2 of this course, you will learn that keeping bees can be much easier than expected. It can also cost much less than you think.  
This workshop will present a balanced view of biodynamic beekeeping topics and practices, including:

• Expanding the apiary; swarms and splits
• Pests and diseases; prevention and treatment
• Honey harvesting methods

If the weather cooperates there might be a chance to observe an open hive demonstration with the opportunity for hands-on experience by inexperienced students.

Course Fee: $130  - Supply Fee: $5       Location: Folk School​

Basics of Biodynamic Beekeeping, Part 1: Getting Started

Designed for the interested beginner, we will cover the basics of biodynamic beekeeping. Whether you are looking to use fewer chemicals, or are committed to keeping bees organically, this course is for you.

This workshop will present a balanced view of biodynamic beekeeping topics and practices, including:

• Principles and practices of biodynamic beekeeping.
• Equipment
• Hive types; pros and cons of each; how to choose
• How to set up a Langstroth hive
• Honeybee biology
• Sources for bees
• Hands on adding foundation strips to frames
• Installing a package
• How to do a health check

If the weather cooperates there might be a chance to observe an open hive demonstration with the opportunity for hands-on experience by inexperienced students. 

Course Fee: $130  - Supply Fee: $5       Location: Folk School​

Creating End-Grain Cutting Boards

You can't beat the look, feel and durability of a butcher-block end-grain cutting board in the kitchen. Creating this knife-saving tool has been described as self-healing. This workshop will show you the way around the woodshop, basic tool safety and the properties of wood. Perfect for beginning woodworkers, this class offers step-by-step techniques to help you construct a one-of-a-kind, useful and beautiful cutting board for your kitchen.

Sourdough Bread 101 - Virtual Class

Using tools and equipment that are standard in every kitchen, you'll leave class with the know-how to create delicious sourdough bread. This class covers everything you need to know to create beautiful, mouth-watering sourdough bread at home.  You will learn all about bread science, baking techniques, quality ingredients, and simple everyday equipment. Then it's time to roll up your sleeves and get baking! You'll learn every step involved in the bread-making process, including kneading, fermenting, shaping, proofing, and scoring. You'll use your sensory knowledge to assess the readiness of the dough through look, taste, feel, and smell. Bread will be baked and the results will be evaluated with ideas for troubleshooting. 
    Once you register below you will have access to the video for one week.  Watch and rewatch at your own pace.  Have a question for the instructor?  Reach out to us with any questions and receive a personal response directly from the instructor.  

​Access Video from July 22nd - July 28th
Video Access: One Week
Course Fee: $25  - Location: Virtual