Upcoming Events
Community Beer Company1530 Inspiration Dr #200Dallas, TX75207 Map
Join us again next week!? This movement has been such a success that we think we should turn it into a weekly "happy hour" event in efforts to continually support our local craft beer industry. We hope to see you all next week on Friday, 4/3: same time, same place, same #NationwideCheers!
We believe it’s important that at a time like this the craft beer industry joins together to promote a sense of community, especially when many of our supporters are feeling isolated. Community Beer Company is leading the #NationwideCheers campaign in an effort to encourage our fans to support their local beer industry by sharing a pint “together” while practicing social distancing at home.
Wherever you may be, at 5pm on Friday, April 3rd we ask our friends, family, staff, colleagues, and loyal fans to raise a pint in unison to promote the sense of community and inclusiveness that the craft beer community has always provided its supporters. Using the hashtags #NationwideCheers and #SocialDistancing to share the experience we hope to foster a feeling of togetherness and unity.
Leading up to Friday the 3rd we ask everyone to drop by their hometown brewery and/or retail store to stock up on their favorite local craft brews for the event. It's important to support our local businesses as much as we can during this time!
We hope you decide to join us in this industry-wide effort to create a big moment of inclusiveness. Please share this event via social media channels, amongst co-workers, friends, family, and fans.
A big THANK YOU to all of our brewery supporters:
Saint Arnold Brewing Company | Lakewood Brewing Company | Hop and Sting Brewery | Denton County Brewing Company | Turning Point Beer | Fort Brewery & Pizza | Funky Picnic Brewery & Café | Cowtown Brewing Company | On Rotation | Panther Island Brewing | Deep Ellum Brewing Company | Peticolas Brewing Company | Oak Cliff Brewing Co | Sweet Union Brewing | Brutal Beerworks TUPPS Brewery Wild Acre Brewing Company | BrainDead Brewing Cedar Creek Brewhouse & Eatery - Mustang Station | Steam Theory Brewing Company | Independence Brewing Co. | Nashville Brewing Company | Vista Brewing Starpoint Brewing | The New Republic Brewing Company | Red Horn Coffee House and Brewing Co. Bandera Ale Project | Infamous Brewing Company Vector Brewing Hound Song Brewing Co. | Wallenpaupack Brewing Company | Flying Embers | Meridian Hive Blue Owl Brewing G4 Kegs | Pinthouse Pizza - S. Lamar | Pint & Plow Brewing Company | Celis Brewery | Sun King Brewery | Founders Brewing Co. | Ghost Note Brewing Company | Jester King Brewery | Trinity Forest Brewing Company | Outfit Brewing | Railport Brewing Company | Oak Highlands Brewery | 4th Tap Brewing Co-op | The Fermentorium Brewery & Tasting Room | St Elmo Brewing Company | Ciclops Cyderi & Brewery and more!
For more info please visit:
www.NationwideCheers.com
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us at Vista Brewing in Driftwood, TX for dinner and drinks every Thursday night as we play our favorite albums from our house record collection! Bring in a record to share and we'll give it a spin! Vinyl Night is every Thursday night from 6-9pm in our Tasting Room.
Online Beekeeping 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/remote-learning
In this new era of social distancing and cancelled beekeeping schools, classes and meetings, we have heard your needs as the beekeeping season ramps up.
We have found a way to bring quality, interactive beekeeping learning to you and the comfort of your home, whether you are in Texas, another state or another country.... join us remotely and/or attend later, on your own schedule!
You will enjoy a live, interactive experience with us as you get to ask your questions: you get your answers just as if you were in the room.... all that at remote-learning pricing (introductory price of $30 for the 2hr Beekeeping 101 class and $45 for the 2hr Beekeeping 202 class)!
The best part? If you miss the class, we will send you the recorded version for it with audio etc., so join us today for you
UPCOMING DATES
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101 - Thursday 6pm-8pm on March 26, April 09, April 23, and May 07
202 - Friday 6pm-8pm on March 27, April 10, April 24, and May 08
OVERVIEW
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Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
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The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Vista Brewing Presents: "Driftwood Nights"
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Vista Brewing Presents: "Driftwood Nights"
Friday Night Songwriter Series
Friday Nights at Vista Brewing in Driftwood, TX
Free Show // 7:00 - 9:00pm // Rain or Shine
Benefitting Health Alliance for Austin Musicians - HAAM
(A portion of sales during each show will be donated to HAAM.)
Sponsored by BOSE Profesional
(Thanks to BOSE for providing sound.)
UPCOMING SHOWS:
FRI 4/10 - Hartley Hall
www.hartleyhallmusic.com
FRI 4/24 - Jacob Alan Jaeger
www.jacobalanjaeger.bandcamp.com
FRI 5/1 - Juliet McConkey
www.julietmcconkey.com
FRI 5/8 - Daniel Thomas Phipps & The Kinfolk
www.thekinfolk.bandcamp.com
FRI 5/15 - Sarah Burton
www.sarahburtonmusic.com
FRI 5/22 - Shad Blair Music
www.shadblair.com
FRI 5/29 - Curtis McMurtry
www.curtismcmurtrymusic.com
FRI 6/5 - TBA
FRI 6/12 - J Wagner
www.jwagnermusic.com
FRI 6/19 - Evan Charles (of Altamesa)
www.altamesamusic.com
FRI 6/26 - Gus Miller (of Light Horse Harry)
www.gusmillermusic.com
FRI 7/3 - TBA
FRI 7/10 - Jacob Gonzales Music
www.jacobgonzalesmusic.com
FRI 7/17 - JM Stevens
www.jmstevens.net
FRI 7/24 - Parker Chapin
www.parkerchapin.com
FRI 7/31 - TBA
For more information visit:
www.vistabrewingtx.com
www.myhaam.org
www.pro-bose.com
2nd Saturday Farm Volunteer Day
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Come get your hands dirty at Vista Farm helping Farmer Travis prepare for Spring! The second Saturday of each month, we’re hosting a volunteer day in our onsite farm. From 9:00 am – 12:30 pm, learn about our “beyond organic” farming practices and help to grow what we will serve in our restaurant.
Activities will depend on weather and other garden realities, but will likely include prepping new beds, cleaning and weeding existing beds, turning compost, seeding and transplanting.
Dress for the weather and bring your gardening gloves. Bring a shovel and/or pitchfork if you got 'em! As a thank you for your contribution, we'll provide you with a sandwich and your choice of beer.
Signups are available March through May www.signupgenius.com/go/9040d4ea8af29a1fe3-vista
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Vista Brewing and Central Texas Bluegrass Association Present:
“2nd Saturday Bluegrass”
Vista Brewing is proud to partner with Central Texas Bluegrass Association to help support bluegrass musicians in Central Texas. Join us every second Saturday of each month for an early afternoon show featuring a rotating cast of the finest local bluegrass musicians on our beer garden stage.
Second Saturdays of each month at Vista Brewing in Driftwood, TX
Free Show // 12:00 - 3:00pm // Rain or Shine // Kid & Dog Friendly
Farm to table menu available from 11:00am - 9:00pm
(As always, no outside food or beverages are allowed.)
Want to learn more about Vista’s onsite farm and sustainability program? Sign up to participate in our “Second Saturday Farm Volunteer Day” and learn and grow on our 1 acre organic farm.
Facebook event: www.facebook.com/events/622765431878463/
Signup Link: www.signupgenius.com/go/9040d4ea8af29a1fe3-vista
For more information visit:
www.vistabrewingtx.com
www.centraltexasbluegrass.org
Live Music: Mitch Chandler Trio
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, April 12th for an early afternoon brunch set of live jazz under the oaks with Mitch Chandler Music Trio!!
The Mitch Chandler Trio is a jazz trio from Austin, TX. The band plays a mixture of original compositions and standards by greats such as Wayne Shorter, Benny Golson, Tom Jobim and more.
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, April 12th for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with Deer Fellow!!
Deer Fellow is an Austin indie folk-pop duo built upon vocal harmony. Comprised of Matt Salois (vocals, guitar) and Alyssa Kelly (vocals, violin, keys), their cross-genre music "pulls you in right away, stirring romance and broken hearts."
www.deerfellow.com
Beekeeping Workshop - 2in1 Top-Bar Hive Making w Les Crowder
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
OVERVIEW
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This is a fun yet practical workshop on how to build Les Crowder style 19" 2-in-1 DOUBLE Top-Bar Hives, where you come home with a fully built double hive (can host 2 colonies!) and the chance to hear a world-renowned expert on Natural and Top-Bar Hive Beekeeping (Les is the author of the best-seller "Top-Bar Beekeeping: Organic Practices for Honey Bee Health"
DETAILS
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During this 4hrs Hands-On class, taught by Les Crowder himself (biologist and author of Top-Bar Hive: Organic Practices for Beekeeping"), you will learn how to make a sturdy and well insulated Double Top-Bar Hive using Les Crowder's design and plans.
You will leave with a Les Crowder hive, complete with roof, ties, entrance reducers and bars.
In addition, Les Crowder will share his philosophy and teachings on Natural Beekeeping, and how to manage a Top-Bar Hive.
COMPANION TICKETS AVAILABLE ($50 - audit only)
Other classes available at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Classes and Workshops take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Live Music: Wilkinson's Quartet
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, April 19th for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with Wilkinson's Quartet!!
Wilkinson’s Quartet is a western swing band led by Candler A. Wilkinson IV. The band consists of any combination of guitar, double bass aka upright bass (it’s not a cello!) , fiddle, steel guitar, piano, horns, and drums, etc.,. There’s some harmony singin’ goin’ on at times as well.
www.wilkinsonsswing.com
Online Beekeeping 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/remote-learning
In this new era of social distancing and cancelled beekeeping schools, classes and meetings, we have heard your needs as the beekeeping season ramps up.
We have found a way to bring quality, interactive beekeeping learning to you and the comfort of your home, whether you are in Texas, another state or another country.... join us remotely and/or attend later, on your own schedule!
You will enjoy a live, interactive experience with us as you get to ask your questions: you get your answers just as if you were in the room.... all that at remote-learning pricing (introductory price of $30 for the 2hr Beekeeping 101 class and $45 for the 2hr Beekeeping 202 class)!
The best part? If you miss the class, we will send you the recorded version for it with audio etc., so join us today for you
UPCOMING DATES
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101 - Thursday 6pm-8pm on March 26, April 09, April 23, and May 07
202 - Friday 6pm-8pm on March 27, April 10, April 24, and May 08
OVERVIEW
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Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
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The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Foraging Class: Medicine-Making Workshop with Merriwether
Vista Brewing13551 FM-150Hays, TX78619 Map
Join Dr. Mark “Merriwether” Vorderbruggen of Merriwether's Foraging Texas for a small-group workshop where you'll create and take home foraged medicines made from our wild, native plants.
Merriwether will detail the numerous ways he incorporates the plants into his family’s day-to-day diet and medicine chest. Come and release your inner caveman, foodie, survivalist, or hippie!
Class will take place at Vista Brewing from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Tickets are $100 (plus tax & online ticketing fees), and only 12 spots are available in the class.
All materials are supplied, and you'll take home your creations!
Examples of projects for the workshop (subject to change)
-a salve for muscle pain relief
-a tincture for improved circulation
-an oxymel (vinegar/honey/herb) for colds & flu
We invite you to stay after the class to enjoy Vista's 21-acre Hill Country ranch, for a few beers (or wine/cider) and a meal from Vista’s hyper-local restaurant sourcing from it's own onsite farm & apiary.
Details
-All materials will be supplied (ingredients, jars, tins, etc). Each student will receive a a copy of the Hill Country Medicinal Plants booklet.
-Please bring a notebook and dress appropriately for working with open flames.
-This is a rain or shine event.
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
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Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
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The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
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Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
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Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 303 - Advanced Hands-On in the Apiary
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Levels 101 and 202 also available on Feb. 16, Mar. 01, Mar. 15, Mar.29 and later
OVERVIEW
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This is the highest level of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series). It will take place at our Vista Brewing Teaching Apiary, weather permitting
Pre-requisites:
- "Beekeeping 101" OR equivalent intro class
- "Beekeeping 202" OR equivalent advanced class
If you have completed Levels 101 and 202 or equivalent class/bee school, you will graduate and receive your Natural Bekeeper Certification from the Bee Mindful Beekeeping University at the end of this class.
This class will be taught by Natural Beekeeping Experts Les Crowder (author of "Top-Bar Beekeeping") and/or Nathalie (Advanced Beekeeper in the TAMU Master Beekeeper Certification Program). Together, they have over 60 years of expertise and have worked thousands of hives, including in New Mexico, Jamaica and Africa.
Details
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In this 3hr class, we will work Hands-On in our Natural and Sustainable Apiary with working Top-Bar Hives, Langstroth Hives, Layens Hives, Long Lang's, Warre and Flow Hives.
We will discuss & demonstrate how to quickly and efficiently light a smoker that lasts, inspect all kinds of hives without stressing the colony, "read" frames and evaluate a colony's overall health and nutrition needs, identify pests and pathogens and troubleshoot naturally without the use of chemicals. We will also discuss supplemental feeding and how to prepare your colony for the upcoming honey flow.
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Live Music: Jomo & The Possum Posse
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, 4/26 for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with Jomo & The Possum Posse!!
Best known for the wildly popular viral video series, “Guy On A Buffalo,” Jomo & The Possum Posse have made a name for themselves with their unique blend of cynicism, dead-eyed soul and anti-machismo honky-tonk.
Their cult video series has surpassed 30 million views, garnering national attention from NPR’s All Things Considered, Forbes, G4’s Attack of the Show, and a slew of major media outlets.
The band is led by Jomo Edwards, who’s award-wining lyrics tend to skate the line between the sardonic and the arcane… and over the past decade, JPP has established itself as one of the most talented, fresh and cerebrally entertaining live acts around.
In 2019, the band was selected “Best of Fest” at FronteraFest for the second year in a row at the long-running Austin Fringe Festival. The band’s programs highlight their brand of original music and comedy.
www.thepossumposse.com
Central TX Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Release Party!
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us to sample a wide range of brews and to learn more about the Pink Boots Society, an organization for women in the beer industry. Each year around International Women's Day, Pink Boots members come together for an international Collaboration Brew.
Each brewery comes up with their own style and recipe, with the common thread of the annual YCH Pink Boots hop blend (selected by members!). Both YCH hops and each brewery donate a portion of sales to the Pink Boots Scholarship Fund. The 2020 hop blend (Azacca, El Dorado, Idaho Gem and Loral) is bursting with tropical, citrus and piney aromas. We can't wait to see how each brewery highlights these hops in their recipe! 🍺
Family and Dog Friendly, Food available from the Vista Grill
BEER LIST
[Note: We're adding breweries & beer details as we get them.]
4th Tap Brewing Co-op
Pinthouse Pizza - Burnet
Pinthouse Pizza - Round Rock
Pinthouse Pizza - S. Lamar
St Elmo Brewing Company Caroline / Hoppy Pale Ale / 6.3%
Vista Brewing Zwickeled Pink / Dry-Hopped Pilsner / 5.3%
Live Music: Chansons et Soûlards
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, May 3rd for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with Chansons et Soûlards!!
Chansons et Soulards play the old, smokey Cajun dance hall tunes from years ago. Music that you can either drink to, cry to, or dance to.
www.facebook.com/chansonsetsoulards
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
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Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
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Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Live Music: Jan Flemming's Organ Trio
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, May 17th for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with Jan Flemming's Organ Trio!!
Jan Flemming is an accordion and keyboard player from Cologne, Germany, now based in Austin, Texas.
He began playing the accordion at the age of seven and was immediately fascinated by the variety of the instrument. At age eleven, he joined a cultural project to keep the traditional music of Cologne alive and was exposed to a broad spectrum of musical genres. He played in several bands and projects taught and coached by his mentor Nick Nikitakis. During which, he found his musical orientation playing Blues, Jazz, Country and World Music. Jan played across Europe and appeared on national television. His natural talent combined with prudent work ethic evolved into what would become Jan’s calling in life. At just fourteen years of age, he knew his passion was also his career path. The decision to move to Austin,Texas came in 2012 after visiting the city and experiencing the love for live music that helps define the culture there. Shortly after the move, Jan obtained a degree in Jazz Performance and Composition. With formal training completed, he concentrated his efforts on connecting with the local talent which garnered him lead positions in several bands. It was not long before he was able to establish a reputation in the music scene as a skilled and sought after accordion and keyboard player. The city recognized his contribution by voting him first place in the Category Best Miscellaneous Instrument for accordion at the 2016 Austin Music Awards.
He is a permanent band member of several bands, including Ulrich Ellison & Tribe with whom he won the 2015 Austin Music Awards for Best Blues Band. Other notable bands he is in are: Nakia and The Blues Grifters, Grupo Massa, Seu Jacinto, The Gritones, and Macaxeira Funk.
Jan proves that the accordion is an instrument that finds its home in many genres, from Blues, Zydeco, Jazz, Funk, Americana, and Rock to Brazilian, Greek, and World music. His passion is exploring these music cultures with his instrument and bringing this to audiences that probably have not experienced the accordion like this before.
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, May 24th for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with Tennessee Stiffs!!
A little bit rock 'n' roll, a little bit country, and a whole lotta rowdy make up Tennessee Stiffs.
Formed in late 2011 and fueled by their eclectic musical interests, co-founders-turned-married-couple Ethan Lee and Cara B were determined to create something never heard before.
They seamlessly blend Americana, blues, rock, folk, country, and a myriad of other influences into a powerful and provocative product they affectionately call "Death Folk."
www.tennesseestiffs.com
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
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Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
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Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
_________________________________________
Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 303 - Advanced Hands-On in the Apiary
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Levels 101 and 202 also available on Feb. 16, Mar. 01, Mar. 15, Mar.29 and later
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
This is the highest level of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series). It will take place at our Vista Brewing Teaching Apiary, weather permitting
Pre-requisites:
- "Beekeeping 101" OR equivalent intro class
- "Beekeeping 202" OR equivalent advanced class
If you have completed Levels 101 and 202 or equivalent class/bee school, you will graduate and receive your Natural Bekeeper Certification from the Bee Mindful Beekeeping University at the end of this class.
This class will be taught by Natural Beekeeping Experts Les Crowder (author of "Top-Bar Beekeeping") and/or Nathalie (Advanced Beekeeper in the TAMU Master Beekeeper Certification Program). Together, they have over 60 years of expertise and have worked thousands of hives, including in New Mexico, Jamaica and Africa.
Details
______________________________________________________
In this 3hr class, we will work Hands-On in our Natural and Sustainable Apiary with working Top-Bar Hives, Langstroth Hives, Layens Hives, Long Lang's, Warre and Flow Hives.
We will discuss & demonstrate how to quickly and efficiently light a smoker that lasts, inspect all kinds of hives without stressing the colony, "read" frames and evaluate a colony's overall health and nutrition needs, identify pests and pathogens and troubleshoot naturally without the use of chemicals. We will also discuss supplemental feeding and how to prepare your colony for the upcoming honey flow.
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Live Music: Strahan & The Good Neighbors
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, May 31st for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with Strahan & The Good Neighbors!!
Strahan grew up in Carrollton, IL, a farm town near the Illinois and Mississippi rivers, where the countryside was an expanse of corn fields, ravines, bluffs, and tributaries snaking their way alongside the backroads. His father, Alvin Roscoe Strahan played lead guitar, his grandma, Nina Strahan, played banjo which later in life led to ukuleles, and his grandpa, George Schnelten, had an enduring love for singing and recording songs a capella at home--they all encouraged music in their own ways. When Doug was 12 years old, he was starting to get to some trouble, and so his father decided it was time to start teaching him how to play guitar, with a stylistically broad approach, ranging from rock n roll, to country, to jazz. This carried on in a very loose arrangement through his teens, all the while, Doug was also learning rock and metal tunes with the use of guitar tabs, not to mention writing songs. As kids do, he continued to get into trouble, but the addition of music to his life gave a much needed outlet for that youngster angst and his introverted tendencies. It also gave way to visions of a life outside of a small town. Rock on 20 years to the turn of the millennium, Strahan moved from his college town, Charleston, IL to Austin, TX.
After 13 years of playing lead guitar in various bands, as well as recording and co-leading Austin's strangest boogie-doom-beast, Chili Cold Blood and cosmic country purveyors of funky tonk, The Moonhangers, Doug released his debut solo album entitled “Coal Black Dreams, Late Night Schemes.” As much a stew pot of roots music as CCB and MH's previous albums, the solo record eases on in the direction of Blue-Eyed Soul but finds home on the bar stool of the Dew Drop Inn, The Horse Shoe Lounge, your neighborhood watering hole. It was a different direction for Strahan, much to do with his time playing and writing with The Memphis Strange, but the Gary Stewart-esque vibrato remains.
In 2015, he and Good Neighbors released the sophomore, self-titled album, Strahan & The Good Neighbors. It's country funk at it's finest, with touches of Little Feat, JJ Cale, and The Allman Bros.
For the next album, he set out to feature twin guitars front and center on six songs. The end result, produced by everyone in the band, was Twilight Drifter, released in November of 2017, best described as country rhythm and blues.
The ever expanding Good Neighbors (generally not all on stage at once, but you never know!)
www.dougstrahanmusic.com
Vista Brewing 2nd Anniversary Party!
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
RESCHEDULED FROM 4/4 to 6/6
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We're turning TWO! Spring is here and we're throwing an all-day party celebrating spring in the Hill Country all things Vista!
Limited Release Beers <> Live Fire Grill Specials
Live Music <> Fresh New Merch <> Tours
Yard Games <> Pop-ups from our Partners
Free Entry <> Family & Dog Friendly
LIMITED RELEASE BEERS
Special Tappings of Limited-Release Beers. There's only one keg of each!
- 11AM: Re-release of the first beer ever brewed at Vista: Commencement Wine Barrel-Aged Brett Ale
- 11AM: Barrel Aged Journey Rye Lager AND Journey Rye Lager
- 12PM: Foraged Agarita Saison
- 4PM: White Sage Tripel
- 6PM: Foraged Mustang Grape Saison
LIVE FIRE FOOD SPECIALS
We'll have the live fire pit going with local farm-to-table specials from the grill including Le Saison Pork Sausage, Chicken, Pork Ribs and plenty of food for kiddos too.
DESTINATION TOURS
- Brewery 1PM & 6PM: A sneak peek inside the brewery, where you will learn how grain, well water and yeast transform into beer and Vista's approach to barrel ageing.
- Farm & Apiary 2PM & 7PM: Enjoy a stroll on our walking trails with a guided tour of the property including local history, our onsite farm, apiary. The fields of wildflowers should be in full bloom!
MUSIC LINEUP TBA
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us on June 6th at Vista Brewing's 21 acre ranch in the Hill Country where you can connect producers and relax, unplug and enjoy the outdoors.
Destination Fest celebrates craft brewers in a chill Hill Country environment. The festival also gathers a small curated group of local wine, cider and fermented food producers to share their stories and products.
The festival will feature educational sessions and panel discussions, as well as live music from Texas musicians.
This year’s festival again benefits the The Texas Brewshed Alliance, which works with breweries across Texas to protect our most precious resource - and most important ingredient in beer - our water.
Tickets go on sale in early April.
Stay tuned for a full list of breweries, wineries and cideries, along with local foods, educational sessions and live music.
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
_______________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
_________________________________________
Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Live Music: The Lonesome Heroes
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, June 14th for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with The Lonesome Heroes!!
Austin’s Lonesome Heroes reside at the cosmic junction of indie rock and country. Led by frontman Rich Russell’s never-ending call of the road, the group have toured extensively behind two acclaimed albums across continents on both sides of the world, while never straying too far from their “Cosmic Americana” roots.
www.thelonesomeheroes.com
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, June 21st for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with The Merles!!
The Merles are a classic country band based out of Austin, TX featuring singer/songwriter Todd Deatherage. The band strives to create an old school, traditional sound with vintage guitars, pedal steel, upright bass, fiddle, tight vocal harmonies, and a small drum kit.
Their debut record, Hate To Say Goodbye , was recorded and engineered by Britton Beisenhertz at Ramble Creek Studios in Austin, TX. The album was produced by Britton Beisenhertz and The Merles, and contains 14 original songs about heartache, love lost, honky-tonks, and well, drinking. Guest artists include Basil McJagger (The Derailers), Geoff Queen (Hayes Carll), Eddie Dickerson (Curtis Grimes), and Michael St. Clair (White Denim).
www.themerles.com
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
_______________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
_________________________________________
Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 303 - Advanced Hands-On in the Apiary
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Levels 101 and 202 also available on Feb. 16, Mar. 01, Mar. 15, Mar.29 and later
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
This is the highest level of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series). It will take place at our Vista Brewing Teaching Apiary, weather permitting
Pre-requisites:
- "Beekeeping 101" OR equivalent intro class
- "Beekeeping 202" OR equivalent advanced class
If you have completed Levels 101 and 202 or equivalent class/bee school, you will graduate and receive your Natural Bekeeper Certification from the Bee Mindful Beekeeping University at the end of this class.
This class will be taught by Natural Beekeeping Experts Les Crowder (author of "Top-Bar Beekeeping") and/or Nathalie (Advanced Beekeeper in the TAMU Master Beekeeper Certification Program). Together, they have over 60 years of expertise and have worked thousands of hives, including in New Mexico, Jamaica and Africa.
Details
______________________________________________________
In this 3hr class, we will work Hands-On in our Natural and Sustainable Apiary with working Top-Bar Hives, Langstroth Hives, Layens Hives, Long Lang's, Warre and Flow Hives.
We will discuss & demonstrate how to quickly and efficiently light a smoker that lasts, inspect all kinds of hives without stressing the colony, "read" frames and evaluate a colony's overall health and nutrition needs, identify pests and pathogens and troubleshoot naturally without the use of chemicals. We will also discuss supplemental feeding and how to prepare your colony for the upcoming honey flow.
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, June 28th for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with Honey Baby!!
Honey Baby is an Austin-based trio consisting of Brandon Luedtke (guitar and vocals), Kevin Allen (banjo, harmonica, vocals), and Reed Faitak (bass). Folk and Americana influences underpin a slew of original songs, accented by the occasional blues barn burner. "Texas Troubador" Luedtke has been named "Best Songwriter" at the Viva Terlingua festival, and has been featured in studio and on the Austin Music Minute by KUTX.
www.brandonluedtke.net
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
_______________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
_________________________________________
Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Join us Sunday, July 12th for an afternoon of live music under the oaks with Anna Larson Trio!!
Award-winning singer/songwriter Anna Larson is an emerging Americana artist fusing diverse musical Texas roots with piano-driven originality.
Larson’s 2019 solo album debut, Shifting Sand, has been followed by appearances on NPR’s “All Songs Considered” and at the 2019 Woody Guthrie Folk Festival, taking 2nd place at their 2019 songwriting competition.
From growing up on gospel, through years spent as a classical pianist, Larson has taken the scenic route in music. Her newest single, "Whippoorwill", is now available on all platforms, with another album in the works for release in late 2020.
“An Austin artist worth watching...the gentle beauty of her voice…leaves the most lasting impression.”
- Peter Blackstock, Austin American Statesman
www.annalarsonmusic.com
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
_______________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
_________________________________________
Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 303 - Advanced Hands-On in the Apiary
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Levels 101 and 202 also available on Feb. 16, Mar. 01, Mar. 15, Mar.29 and later
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
This is the highest level of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series). It will take place at our Vista Brewing Teaching Apiary, weather permitting
Pre-requisites:
- "Beekeeping 101" OR equivalent intro class
- "Beekeeping 202" OR equivalent advanced class
If you have completed Levels 101 and 202 or equivalent class/bee school, you will graduate and receive your Natural Bekeeper Certification from the Bee Mindful Beekeeping University at the end of this class.
This class will be taught by Natural Beekeeping Experts Les Crowder (author of "Top-Bar Beekeeping") and/or Nathalie (Advanced Beekeeper in the TAMU Master Beekeeper Certification Program). Together, they have over 60 years of expertise and have worked thousands of hives, including in New Mexico, Jamaica and Africa.
Details
______________________________________________________
In this 3hr class, we will work Hands-On in our Natural and Sustainable Apiary with working Top-Bar Hives, Langstroth Hives, Layens Hives, Long Lang's, Warre and Flow Hives.
We will discuss & demonstrate how to quickly and efficiently light a smoker that lasts, inspect all kinds of hives without stressing the colony, "read" frames and evaluate a colony's overall health and nutrition needs, identify pests and pathogens and troubleshoot naturally without the use of chemicals. We will also discuss supplemental feeding and how to prepare your colony for the upcoming honey flow.
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
InterContinental Stephen F. Austin701 Congress AvenueAustin, TX78701 Map
The 2020 Beer Now Conference will host approximately 150 Beer Influencers from throughout North America and beyond to network, learn, and taste beer in Austin, Texas, August 7 & 8. With more craft breweries in Austin than any other city in Texas, it is a perfect city for the 11th annual Beer Now Conference! All 'Beer Influencers' are welcome to attend. The conference offers a pre-conference excursion to San Marcos, Texas and a post-conference private excursion to the historic and fully-renovated Shiner Brewery! Learn more @ beernow.org
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
_______________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
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Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
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Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
_______________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
_________________________________________
Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 303 - Advanced Hands-On in the Apiary
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Levels 101 and 202 also available on Feb. 16, Mar. 01, Mar. 15, Mar.29 and later
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
This is the highest level of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series). It will take place at our Vista Brewing Teaching Apiary, weather permitting
Pre-requisites:
- "Beekeeping 101" OR equivalent intro class
- "Beekeeping 202" OR equivalent advanced class
If you have completed Levels 101 and 202 or equivalent class/bee school, you will graduate and receive your Natural Bekeeper Certification from the Bee Mindful Beekeeping University at the end of this class.
This class will be taught by Natural Beekeeping Experts Les Crowder (author of "Top-Bar Beekeeping") and/or Nathalie (Advanced Beekeeper in the TAMU Master Beekeeper Certification Program). Together, they have over 60 years of expertise and have worked thousands of hives, including in New Mexico, Jamaica and Africa.
Details
______________________________________________________
In this 3hr class, we will work Hands-On in our Natural and Sustainable Apiary with working Top-Bar Hives, Langstroth Hives, Layens Hives, Long Lang's, Warre and Flow Hives.
We will discuss & demonstrate how to quickly and efficiently light a smoker that lasts, inspect all kinds of hives without stressing the colony, "read" frames and evaluate a colony's overall health and nutrition needs, identify pests and pathogens and troubleshoot naturally without the use of chemicals. We will also discuss supplemental feeding and how to prepare your colony for the upcoming honey flow.
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
_______________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
_________________________________________
Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
_______________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
_________________________________________
Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 303 - Advanced Hands-On in the Apiary
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Levels 101 and 202 also available on Feb. 16, Mar. 01, Mar. 15, Mar.29 and later
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
This is the highest level of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series). It will take place at our Vista Brewing Teaching Apiary, weather permitting
Pre-requisites:
- "Beekeeping 101" OR equivalent intro class
- "Beekeeping 202" OR equivalent advanced class
If you have completed Levels 101 and 202 or equivalent class/bee school, you will graduate and receive your Natural Bekeeper Certification from the Bee Mindful Beekeeping University at the end of this class.
This class will be taught by Natural Beekeeping Experts Les Crowder (author of "Top-Bar Beekeeping") and/or Nathalie (Advanced Beekeeper in the TAMU Master Beekeeper Certification Program). Together, they have over 60 years of expertise and have worked thousands of hives, including in New Mexico, Jamaica and Africa.
Details
______________________________________________________
In this 3hr class, we will work Hands-On in our Natural and Sustainable Apiary with working Top-Bar Hives, Langstroth Hives, Layens Hives, Long Lang's, Warre and Flow Hives.
We will discuss & demonstrate how to quickly and efficiently light a smoker that lasts, inspect all kinds of hives without stressing the colony, "read" frames and evaluate a colony's overall health and nutrition needs, identify pests and pathogens and troubleshoot naturally without the use of chemicals. We will also discuss supplemental feeding and how to prepare your colony for the upcoming honey flow.
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
_______________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
_________________________________________
Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 101 - Intro to Natural Beekeeping
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Introduction to Beekeeping"- Level 101 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels in the BNB series and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
DETAILS
________________________________________
The first step on your journey to become a beekeeper, or if you are just curious about bees or beekeeping, this 2hr theory-only beginner class will teach you the basics about the wonderful world of honey bees, and introduce the following concepts through slides and equipment props:
- natural beekeeping basics
- protective clothing
- equipment types and their pros and cons for our area
- how and where to get your bees
- sustainable apiary setup
- basics of bee biology
- basics of pests and diseases
- basics of nutrition
- best practices in beekeeping
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 202 - Intermediate Natural Beekeeping
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Overview
_______________________________________________
Whether you want to help "Save the Bees", have always been fascinated by honey bees, or would like to obtain an "Ag Exemption" on your 5-20 acres land using beekeeping as a qualifier, this is the "Going Further with Beekeeping"- Level 202 of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series).
Attend all 3 levels (or this one and Level 303 if you already have a Level 101 equivalent experience) and obtain a Natural Beekeeper Certificate from the Bee Mindful Bee School.
Space is limited, book early, and keep in mind that all 3 Levels in the Series take place one after the other the same day, so if you decide to attend all three (spur-of-the moment walk-ins welcome at all levels), you may even obtain your Natural Beekeeper Certification the same day!
Details
_________________________________________
Pre-requisite: LEVEL 101 OR equivalent intro class/bee school
For those who already know the very basics, this is a 2hr in-depth natural beekeeping class with a practical focus on what a beekeeper needs to do through their first season of beekeeping, from setting up their apiary to installing bees to harvesting honey.
In this class, we will discuss & demonstrate with props the basics for the following concepts, and we will take a stroll through our teaching apiary weather/time permitting:
- setting up your apiary
- attracting and/or installing bees into Hives (swarms, packages, and NUCs)
- why, when, what and how to feed your bees
- why and how to practice Natural, chemical-free Beekeeping
- why, when, how to requeen
- harvesting process
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Beekeeping Class: Level 303 - Advanced Hands-On in the Apiary
Bee Mindful, LLCAustin, TX Map
Register at www.Bee-Mindful.com/natural-beekeeping-classes
Levels 101 and 202 also available on Feb. 16, Mar. 01, Mar. 15, Mar.29 and later
OVERVIEW
_________________________________________________
This is the highest level of our popular three-part "BECOMING A NATURAL BEEKEEPER SERIES" (BNB Series). It will take place at our Vista Brewing Teaching Apiary, weather permitting
Pre-requisites:
- "Beekeeping 101" OR equivalent intro class
- "Beekeeping 202" OR equivalent advanced class
If you have completed Levels 101 and 202 or equivalent class/bee school, you will graduate and receive your Natural Bekeeper Certification from the Bee Mindful Beekeeping University at the end of this class.
This class will be taught by Natural Beekeeping Experts Les Crowder (author of "Top-Bar Beekeeping") and/or Nathalie (Advanced Beekeeper in the TAMU Master Beekeeper Certification Program). Together, they have over 60 years of expertise and have worked thousands of hives, including in New Mexico, Jamaica and Africa.
Details
______________________________________________________
In this 3hr class, we will work Hands-On in our Natural and Sustainable Apiary with working Top-Bar Hives, Langstroth Hives, Layens Hives, Long Lang's, Warre and Flow Hives.
We will discuss & demonstrate how to quickly and efficiently light a smoker that lasts, inspect all kinds of hives without stressing the colony, "read" frames and evaluate a colony's overall health and nutrition needs, identify pests and pathogens and troubleshoot naturally without the use of chemicals. We will also discuss supplemental feeding and how to prepare your colony for the upcoming honey flow.
Classes take place at our Teaching Apiary on the beautiful grounds of Vista Brewing, 13551 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619
Vista Brewing13551 FM 150Driftwood, TX78619 Map
The loop course starts and finishes at beautiful Vista Brewery and follows dirt roads and pavement inside of the brewery property and through neighboring Driftwood property.
All runners receive a beer tasting with finisher glass, tech shirt and awesome awards.
Tech shirts to everyone.
Food trucks!
Brewery Tours
Strollers are WELCOME on the course!