Bee Yard Training: Summer Hive Management
Sat, Jul 19
|Chesapeake
Summer is a critical time for managing your hives effectively. This hands-on training session will guide participants through the essential tasks and considerations for maintaining healthy colonies during the hottest months of the year


Time & Location
Jul 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Chesapeake, 322 Mt Pleasant Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA
About the event
Summer is a critical time for managing your hives effectively. This hands-on training session will guide participants through the essential tasks and considerations for maintaining healthy colonies during the hottest months of the year. Topics covered include:
Recognizing and addressing the signs of summer dearth periods.
Monitoring and controlling pests, with a focus on Varroa mite management.
Assessing colony strength and queen performance.
Strategies for supplemental feeding and ensuring adequate water sources.
Preparing hives for late summer and early fall transitions.