BeeFit Beekeeping Courses

Preparing Honey Bee Hives for Winter - Optimal Size Requirements for Successful Overwintering

Learn essential techniques for determining if your bee colony has sufficient size and resources to survive winter, with practical tips for successful overwintering in cold climates.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How Much Honey to Leave Bees for Winter - Beekeeping Guide

Learn essential winter preparation techniques for beehives, including how to assess honey stores, when to supplement with syrup feeding, and optimal timing for fall feeding to ensure colony survival.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping in September: 3 Keys for Overwintering Success

Master essential techniques for preparing beehives for winter survival, focusing on moisture control, proper feeding strategies, and colony strength assessment in northern climates.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Fall Feeding: Best Time to Feed Bee Hives for Winter Preparation

Master essential fall feeding techniques for beehives in northern climates, including optimal timing, syrup ratios, and preparation methods to ensure colony survival through winter.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Overwintering Bees in Cold Climates - Beekeeping 101

Learn essential strategies for preparing beehives to survive harsh winter conditions, focusing on three key factors for successful cold-climate overwintering of honey bee colonies.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Pick a Breeder Queen for Treatment-Free Beekeeping - Beekeeping 101

Discover essential criteria for selecting breeder queens and meet Viplidoo, a treatment-free queen bee with superior genetics for varroa resistance, productivity, and climate adaptation in northern beekeeping.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Queen Bee Mating and Overwintered Nucleus Colony Production - Beekeeping 101

Discover practical techniques for queen bee mating and creating overwintered nucleus colonies in northern climates, with focus on Michigan beekeeping methods and winter survival strategies.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Growing Your Beehive and Moving a Nucleus Colony - Beekeeping 101

Learn essential techniques for expanding your beehive, including step-by-step guidance on transferring nucleus colonies into larger frames and preparing them for winter survival in northern climates.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Growing Nucleus Colonies into Full Hives and Optimal Hive Placement - Beekeeping 101

Learn essential strategies for expanding nucleus colonies to full-size hives and discover optimal hive placement considerations including sun exposure and directional orientation for successful beekeeping.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Raise Queen Bees - A Beginner's Guide to Queen Breeding

Master essential queen bee breeding techniques and mating nuc management for successful colony reproduction. Learn practical methods to raise your own queen bees and expand your apiary sustainably.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Preventing Honey Bee Swarms - Beyond Adding Boxes - Beekeeping 101

Master advanced swarm prevention techniques in beekeeping beyond simply adding boxes, with practical strategies for maintaining healthy colonies and preventing bee population loss.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Split Beehives - A Beekeeping Guide

Learn practical techniques for splitting beehives effectively, including step-by-step methods, timing considerations, and essential equipment needed for successful colony multiplication.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beginner Beekeeping: From Equipment Basics to Overwintering - Beekeeping 101

Discover essential beekeeping fundamentals, from choosing bees and equipment to managing varroa mites and preparing for winter. Perfect for aspiring beekeepers seeking practical knowledge and real-world insights.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Cost Analysis of Starting Beekeeping - A Beginner's Guide

Discover the true startup costs of beekeeping, from essential equipment to money-saving strategies, based on real experience and practical insights for aspiring beekeepers in northern climates.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Choosing the Best Honey Bee Breeds for Beekeeping - Beekeeping 101

Discover the key characteristics of different honey bee breeds and make an informed choice for your beekeeping journey, with expert insights on selecting the best variety for your climate and goals.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video