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Introduction to Urban Beekeeping
Why Keep Bees?
Interesting HobbyPollinationSustainabilityHoney
Why Not Keep Bees?You will get stung
There is work involvedThere is a learning curveYour neighbor may not understand
Things to Think About
Beekeeping RegulationsApiary RegistrationTime CommitmentExpenseBeesEquipment
Beekeeping RegulationsWashington State – apiary registration
Spokane County – unincorporated areas
Airway HeightsCheneyDeer ParkMedical LakeSpokane CitySpokane Valley
Time Commitment April Spring - Summer
August - September Winter - Spring
HoneybeesKinds
•Italian
•Carniolan
Delivery•3 lb. Package
•Nucs
•Hive Setup
Where to get them•Local Suppliers
•Miller’s Homestead 299-9085
•Tate’s Honey Farm 924-6669
•Swarms
EquipmentHivesHive bodiesSupersBottom BoardsTelescoping and Inner CoversQueen Excluders
Hats, Veils, Suits, Gloves
Hive tool, Bee Brush
Smoker
Resources
Bee AssociationsInland Empire BeekeepersWest Plains BeekeepersWashington State BeekeepersYour LibraryThe Web
Summary