Beekeeping Made Simple Courses

Essential Beekeeping Equipment Guide - Episode 3

Discover essential beekeeping equipment needed to start your apiary, from protective gear to hive components, with practical insights on what to buy and what to skip.

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

Tips for Growing and Maintaining a Healthy Beehive

Master essential techniques and strategies for expanding your beehive population, optimizing honey production, and maintaining a thriving colony through proven beekeeping practices.

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

Feeding Bees Through the Seasons - A Complete Guide from Spring to Winter

Master comprehensive bee feeding techniques across all seasons, including syrup and pollen feeding methods, proper timing, and essential recipes for maintaining healthy colonies throughout the year.

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

Beekeeping Theory - A Complete Guide to Honey Bee Care and Hive Management

Master essential beekeeping skills, from creating safe hives and managing space to feeding, protecting, and monitoring bee health. Learn practical techniques for successful colony management and queen bee care.

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

First Month of Beekeeping - Essential Care and Setup Guide

Master essential first-month beekeeping skills, from preparing hive setups and making syrup to safely transporting bees and providing optimal care for your new colony's successful establishment.

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

Inspecting a Queenless Beehive - Beekeeping 101

Learn essential beehive inspection techniques and troubleshooting steps when facing a queenless colony, including identifying missing eggs and implementing solutions to restore hive health.

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

Why Did Your Bees Die This Winter - Top 7 Causes of Winter Hive Loss

Discover the 7 major causes of winter beehive collapse, from varroa mites to ventilation issues, and learn to identify warning signs to protect your colonies and prevent future losses.

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

Treatment-Free Beekeeping: Natural Methods for Managing Varroa Mites

Discover natural methods for managing varroa mites and explore the pros and cons of treatment-free approaches to maintaining healthy beehives without chemical interventions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Make Beeswax Candles in Jars and Containers - A Complete Guide to Wicks and Materials

Master the art of creating scented beeswax candles with detailed guidance on selecting wicks, melting techniques, container choices, and decorative touches for perfect homemade gifts.

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

Creating a Logo and Label for Your Honey Business - A 20-Minute Guide

Learn to design professional honey business branding with expert tips on creating eye-catching logos and labels, from choosing fonts and colors to finding affordable design resources and printing solutions.

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

Langstroth Beehive Assembly and Setup Guide - Beeswax Coated Equipment

Master essential Langstroth beehive assembly and management techniques, from frame construction to adding brood boxes and honey supers. Learn practical tips for equipment maintenance, bee feeding, and cost-effective beekeeping practices.

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

Common Beekeeping Mistakes and Essential Advice - 12 Years of Experience

Gain insights into common beekeeping pitfalls and essential practices from 12 years of hands-on experience, covering everything from queen management to equipment selection and honey harvesting expectations.

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

Honey Harvesting for Beginners - Using a 4-Frame Electric Extractor

Master the process of honey extraction using the Vevor 4-frame electric extractor, from assembly and cleaning to operation. Learn proper techniques for handling foundationless frames and get practical insights from commercial beekeeping experience.

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

How to Use a Hand Crank Extractor for Honey Harvesting - A Beekeeping Guide

Master efficient honey harvesting techniques using a hand crank extractor, from identifying capped honey to uncapping frames, extracting, and bottling your backyard beekeeping harvest.

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

How to Help Honeybees in the Summer Heat - What They Do When It's Hot

Discover essential strategies for protecting honeybee colonies during intense summer temperatures, including natural bee cooling behaviors and practical hive management techniques for temperatures above 90°F.

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