David Burns Courses

Beekeeping - How to Move a Hive by Yourself

Master the techniques for safely relocating a bee hive single-handedly with practical step-by-step guidance from an experienced beekeeping mentor.

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

Beekeeper's Secret Struggle - Are Your Bees in Danger?

Uncover hidden threats to your hives and learn essential beekeeping strategies to protect your bees from common dangers that many beekeepers overlook.

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

Beekeeping - Answering Your July Beekeeping Questions

Discover expert solutions to common July beekeeping challenges with practical advice from experienced mentor David Burns in this informative Q&A session.

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

Beekeeping - Understanding Basic Honey Bee Genetics

Uncover the fascinating world of honey bee genetics, including why drones have grandfathers but no fathers, and master the genetic principles essential for successful beekeeping.

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

Beekeeping - I Found 2 Queens in the Same Hive: What Will Happen?

Discover what happens when two queens coexist in one hive and whether they'll create a massive colony or face off in this real beekeeping scenario.

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

Beekeeping - How to Do a Deep Inspection for Swarm Cells and Pollen Stores

Master deep hive inspection techniques to identify swarm cells and assess pollen stores, preventing colony loss through proper beekeeping management and early detection methods.

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

Beekeeping's Top 10 Big Time Summer Mistakes

Discover the top 10 critical summer beekeeping mistakes that can devastate your hive and learn proven strategies to avoid them for healthier, more productive bees.

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

Beekeeping - One Hive, Two Queens: The Moment of Truth!

Discover the fate of a unique hive with two queens - will they coexist peacefully or has one claimed dominance? Explore this fascinating beekeeping mystery in real-time.

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

Beekeeping - Should You Requeen Late in the Season?

Explore late-season requeening challenges and learn whether bees will accept or reject a new queen during this critical time in beekeeping management.

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

Beekeeping - How to Store Honey Supers Over Winter

Master proper winter storage techniques for honey supers to protect your valuable combs and ensure they're ready for next season's beekeeping operations.

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

Beekeeping - Combining Hives Too Small to Survive Winter

Master the essential technique of combining weak hives to ensure colony survival through harsh winter months and boost your beekeeping success.

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

Beekeeping - The #1 Spot to Insulate Your Hive - It's Not What You Think!

Discover the surprising top insulation technique for winter hive preparation and learn proper liquid honey removal methods to ensure your bees survive the cold season.

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

Beekeeping Feeding Techniques to Keep Your Bees from Dying

Master essential feeding techniques to prevent bee colony loss through proper timing, syrup ratios, and seasonal preparation strategies for winter survival.

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

Beekeeping - Easy Bottom Board Insert Trick for Winter

Master a simple bottom board insert technique to seal drafts, conserve heat, and help your bee colonies survive winter conditions effectively.

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

Beekeeping - Last Chance Tips Before It's Too Late

Master critical winter preparation techniques for your bee colonies before the seasonal window closes and ensure their survival through harsh months.

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