BeeFit Beekeeping Courses

Randy Oliver's New Varroa Research - Testing VarroxSan, Formic Acid, and More

Discover Randy Oliver's latest Varroa mite research testing VarroxSan, formic acid, and other treatments to help beekeepers protect their colonies with science-based solutions.

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

How to Save Your Bees From Winter Collapse - 3 Mistakes to Avoid

Discover the 3 critical fall beekeeping mistakes that cause winter colony collapse and learn practical strategies to protect your hives from Varroa mites, starvation, and weakness.

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

Queen Bee Survival Without Treatments - A Beekeeping Success Story

Discover how one exceptional queen bee thrived without treatments while others failed, revealing key insights into genetics, nutrition, and building resilient colonies.

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

Saving an Open-Air Hive From the Roof - Beekeeping Rescue Tutorial

Discover how to rescue a rare open-air bee colony from a rooftop, transfer it safely to a hive box, and prepare the bees for winter survival through hands-on beekeeping techniques.

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

Varroa Treatments Ranked - What Actually Works in 2025

Discover the most effective Varroa mite treatments for 2025, ranked by efficacy, cost, and real-world results to protect your honey bee colonies from their deadliest threat.

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

I Wish Someone Told Me This Before I Started Beekeeping

Discover the three critical mindset mistakes every new beekeeper makes that quietly determine whether your hives thrive or fail, beyond equipment and feeding basics.

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

What Happens When Bees Run Out of Food and Mites Take Over - Beekeeping Crisis Management

Discover the harsh realities of colony starvation and varroa mite infestations, plus learn essential feeding and treatment strategies to save struggling hives before winter.

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

The Hidden Side of Almond Pollination No One Shows You

Uncover the behind-the-scenes reality of commercial almond pollination, from nighttime hive drops to grading bees across California's orchards with professional beekeepers.

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

Preparing Honey Bee Hives for Winter - Optimal Size Requirements for Successful Overwintering

Learn essential techniques for determining if your bee colony has sufficient size and resources to survive winter, with practical tips for successful overwintering in cold climates.

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

How Much Honey to Leave Bees for Winter - Beekeeping Guide

Learn essential winter preparation techniques for beehives, including how to assess honey stores, when to supplement with syrup feeding, and optimal timing for fall feeding to ensure colony survival.

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

Beekeeping in September: 3 Keys for Overwintering Success

Master essential techniques for preparing beehives for winter survival, focusing on moisture control, proper feeding strategies, and colony strength assessment in northern climates.

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

Fall Feeding: Best Time to Feed Bee Hives for Winter Preparation

Master essential fall feeding techniques for beehives in northern climates, including optimal timing, syrup ratios, and preparation methods to ensure colony survival through winter.

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

Overwintering Bees in Cold Climates - Beekeeping 101

Learn essential strategies for preparing beehives to survive harsh winter conditions, focusing on three key factors for successful cold-climate overwintering of honey bee colonies.

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

Queen Bee Mating and Overwintered Nucleus Colony Production - Beekeeping 101

Discover practical techniques for queen bee mating and creating overwintered nucleus colonies in northern climates, with focus on Michigan beekeeping methods and winter survival strategies.

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

Growing Your Beehive and Moving a Nucleus Colony - Beekeeping 101

Learn essential techniques for expanding your beehive, including step-by-step guidance on transferring nucleus colonies into larger frames and preparing them for winter survival in northern climates.

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