WORKSHOP

48th Annual Workshop

Sustainability - Are we there yet?

The Tri-County Beekeepers Association Inc is proud to host one of the largest beekeeping workshops in the country. Designed for beginners and experienced beekeepers alike, this event features expert speakers, hands-on demonstrations, vendors, and plenty of opportunities to learn, connect, and grow your beekeeping skills.

Dates: March 5- 6, 2027

Times: Fri. 5:00pm-9:00pm | Sat. 8:00am-5:00pm

Cost: Adults - $60 Adult | $75 Walk-in | Youth (17 and under) $10

Location: Fisher Auditorium (OSU CFAES)

Address: 1680 Madison Avenue Wooster, OH 44691

Register Today

Secure your spot in our upcoming workshop today. Whether you are a curious beginner setting up your first hive or a seasoned apiarist looking to refine your skills, our hands-on sessions will give you the knowledge and confidence you need to succeed.


Registering more than one attendee?

Please do not change the quantity in the cart. Add each attendee as a separate purchase so we have their own First Name, Last Name, Email, Mailing Address and Company Name.

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2027 Keynote Speaker

Dr. James Douglas Ellis

Dr. Jamie Ellis is a Professor of Entomology in the Department of Entomology at the University of Georgia. He has a BS degree in Biology from the University of Georgia and a PhD in Entomology from Rhodes University in South Africa. At the University of Georgia, Jamie has responsibilities in extension and research. Regarding his extension work, Jamie works with assorted clientele through diverse programming. As an instructor, Jamie supervises PhD and masters students. Currently, Jamie and his team have over thirty active research projects in the fields of honey bee husbandry, conservation, and ecology.

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$800 in Cash Prizes

If you will be attending our Spring Workshop you may want to consider submitting your favorite recipes for the Honey Recipe Contest. The contest will be held on Saturday March 6, 2027, and as long as you are a registered attendee to the workshop, that is all that is required.

Categories

  • Appetizers (finger food)
  • Breads INCLUDES Sweet Breads and Muffins
  • Cookies and Bars
  • Pies
  • Desserts (other than cookies, bars and pies)
  • Sauces, Jams and Jellies
  • Wax 1/2 to 1 pound beeswax
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