Field Day at Burley Bees, Cañon City, Colorado ~ May 2-3, 2026
- RSVP on their website and come join the fun! >> https://www.burleybeeshoney.com/event-details/beginner-beekeeping-101
Pick-Up & Beginning Beekeeping Class
May 2nd & 3rd, 2026
Join us for bee pick-up and a hands-on beekeeping experience!
Bee Pick-Up (9:30 – 11:30 AM)
- For customers who have pre-ordered bees
- No extra bees will be available for sale
- Quick grab-and-go (no class or lunch during this time)
Lunch (12:00 – 1:00 PM)
- Pulled pork sandwiches provided
- Please bring a side dish or dessert if you plan to stay for lunch
Beginning Beekeeping Class & Field Session (1:00 – 3:00 PM)
- Classroom-style discussion
- Live hive inspections
- Seasonal beekeeping guidance
- Equipment demonstrations
- What to watch for in your hives
- Plenty of time for Q&A
FREE event — but registration is REQUIRED to attend the class
Register here: https://www.
You do NOT need to have purchased bees to attend the class
Featured Speakers
Don Hall • Lazarus Tyson Fields • Dru Spinuzzi • Wendy Hall • Thomas Hopkins (Mellivo Beekeeping Equipment)
What to Bring (for the class & field session)
- Protective clothing / bee suit if you have one
- Closed-toe shoes (required)
- A chair
- Water bottle
- A side dish if you plan to stay for lunch.
Additional Details
- Classes offered both days
- Come learn, connect, and get hands-on experieruence.
- It is free to attend However for a lunch count we need you need to register! https://www.
burleybeeshoney.com/event-list