Beekeeping Made Simple Courses

Inspecting a Queenless Beehive - Beekeeping 101

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

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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

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

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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

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

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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

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

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Langstroth Beehive Assembly and Setup Guide - Beeswax Coated Equipment

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

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Common Beekeeping Mistakes and Essential Advice - 12 Years of Experience

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

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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

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

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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

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

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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

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

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

What to Do When You See Queen Cells in a Beehive

Master essential beekeeping skills by learning to identify, understand, and properly respond to queen cells in your hive, including growth stages, mating schedules, and appropriate management techniques.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Split a Beehive - A Step-by-Step Guide

Master the complete process of splitting beehives with step-by-step guidance on timing, queen introduction methods, and essential techniques for ensuring strong, healthy colonies.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Small Hive Beetle Management: Identification, Prevention, and Control Methods

Master essential strategies for identifying, preventing, and controlling small hive beetles in your beehives, including effective trapping methods and practical solutions for protecting your colonies.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Varroa Mite Management in the Spring - Part 2

Master essential spring varroa mite control techniques for beekeeping, including monitoring methods, treatment options, and preventive strategies to maintain healthy honey bee colonies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Why Did My Honey Bees Die Over Winter - Determining the Cause of a Dead Beehive

Learn to identify and prevent common causes of winter beehive deaths, from varroa mites to ventilation issues, and discover proper equipment reuse practices for spring beekeeping success.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Buying and Transporting Your Bees - Nucs Versus Packages

Discover the key differences between nucleus hives and bee packages, including selection criteria, transportation methods, and timing considerations for successful beekeeping setup.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video