The Wahkiakum County Eagle - Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891

WSU Extension Service will hold Beekeeper Workshops on February 13, 20, 27 and March 6 from 6-8:30 p.m.

Designed to build basic beekeeping skills, the class covers topics including bee biology, equipment, seasonal management requirements, identification, and management of pests, as well as honey removal and processing. The four-session course serves as an introduction to beekeeping for new beekeepers.

Cost for the four-session course is $40 per person (includes 1 additional family member free). The program, sponsored by Washington State University Extension and Cowlitz Beekeepers Association, will be held at the Cowlitz County Training Center, 1942 First Avenue in Longview. Class size is limited to 30.

For more information or to register, contact Gary Fredricks at 577-3014 Ext 3 or FredricksG@cowlitzwa.gov.