PCBA BeeCurious Beekeeping Certification Class for Beginners
& the PCBA BeeCurious American Honey Show on Saturday
This in-person beekeeping class prepares new and experienced beekeepers alike how to start beekeeping. This is a certification class–backed by the CSBA and the ABF. Experienced beekeepers will teach you about: bee biology, where to put your hives, where to purchase necessary beekeeping equipment and hardware, how to install your bees, how to perform hive inspections, how to manage your colony throughout the year, about current pest management, diseases and treatments, how to harvest and sell your honey, how to protect your bees from pesticides–and, how to plant for pollinators.
5 Bonus Reasons to Take THIS Class:
- Instructors will be available for questions after class.
- Registration fees include: coffee and snacks both mornings, and a pizza lunch with drinks on Saturday only.
- Drawings will be held for prizes during the entire event.
- This class is offered EVERY OTHER YEAR, so sign up NOW!
- PCBA members are eligible for a $10 discount on this course (with code). Non-members can join PCBA prior to class sign up.
Bee School 2 Days March 28-29, 2026
Saturday, March 28, 2026
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday, March 29, 2026
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
RAWLINGS LIBRARY
100 E. Abriendo Ave
Pueblo, CO 81004
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The PCBA BeeCurious American Honey Show
Held in conjunction with the PCBA BeeCurious Beekeeping for Beginners Class.
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Entries accepted between 7:30-11am
RAWLINGS LIBRARY | 100 E. Abriendo Ave, Pueblo, CO 81004
- The 2026 PCBA BeeCurious American Honey Show is open to all Colorado residents.
- Entries may include raw honey, homemade food or any product with honey as an ingredient. (see rules for important details)
- Entries must be received on Saturday, March 28th between 7:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. at the Rawlings Library in Pueblo, Colorado.
- Entries are $10 for the first entry, and $2 per additional entry.
- 1st - 6th Placed winners will receive a ribbon.
- Entries can be picked up by 4 pm on Sunday.
Favorite Member Benefits
Education
Monthly Meetings, Speaker Events, Field Days, Bee School, Clinics & Workshops, the PCBA website--and, the opportunity to connect with experienced beekeepers!
Discounts
Members receive educational and PCBA event discounts, and on special sponsor products and services, like: hive equipment, beekeeping supplies, bee packages and nucs, queens, etc.
NewBee Program
NewBees can be paired with a volunteer Mentor--an experienced beekeeper and PCBA member (with at least 2 years experience).
Equipment Rentals
PCBA has disease and pest treatment equipment and a honey extractor that members can rent to use--saving hundreds of dollars by not having to purchase new equipment.
Volunteer Opportunities
PCBA hosts booths at events throughout the year to promote honey bee husbandry. We also get invited to conduct presentations at schools and to special groups, through our dedicated volunteer program. Sign up!
*Remember, you will need 4 Volunteer Hours to be able to sign up for the Swarm List.
Youth Scholarships
Youth members (up to age 18) can apply for an individual scholarship to cover the purchase of bees and/or equipment.
College-bound youth members (aged 18+) can apply to the Annual PCBA Steve Gibson Ag Scholarship.These funds are raised in part from our Annual Steve Gibson Chance Drawing.
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Testimonials
Mel B.
“You’re so lucky to have the BEST Beekeeping club (PCBA) in all of Colorado! And, the bee class is top notch–very helpful! And, lots of fun events to attend throughout the year.”
Dru S.
“I love to teach new beekeepers. If you should have any questions please contact any board member and we will do our very best to get you the answers you need.”
Jen C.
“Thanks PCBA for coming to our classroom to inspire our kiddos! They continue to ask questions about bees and can’t wait to tell their friends and family about the importance of bees!”
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