David Burns Courses

Beekeeping - How to Save a Hive That's Not Ready for Winter

Discover essential techniques to rescue struggling bee colonies and prepare them for winter survival through practical hive management strategies.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping Winter Preparation - Correct Major Issues Early

Discover essential winter preparation techniques to identify and resolve critical beekeeping issues before cold weather threatens your hive's survival.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - What, When and How to Feed Your Bees - Don't Do It the Wrong Way!

Master essential fall bee feeding techniques to ensure your hive's winter survival and avoid common mistakes that could harm your colony.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping Preparation for Winter and Fall and Winter Nutrition

Master essential winter beekeeping techniques to keep your colonies healthy through fall dearth and cold months with proper nutrition strategies and feeding methods.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - Advanced Fall Feeding Techniques for Strong Winter Colonies

Master advanced fall feeding methods to ensure your bee colonies survive winter with proper nutrition timing, techniques, and additives for healthy hives.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - Why Frame Placement Matters in Fall

Discover why proper frame arrangement in fall beekeeping impacts winter survival and whether to trust bee instincts or intervene with strategic placement decisions.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping Die-Outs This Fall - What's Behind the Increase

Discover why bee colonies are dying this fall and learn critical feeding strategies to prevent hive loss during summer and fall dearth periods.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping Experiment - Working a Hive Without Smoke (Not Recommended)

Explore a risky beekeeping experiment testing hive management without smoke to understand bee behavior and the importance of traditional smoking techniques.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - 27 Things You Must Know

Discover essential late summer and early fall beekeeping practices to prepare your hives for winter survival with expert guidance from experienced mentor David Burns.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Why Honey Bees Die in February - Winter Survival Guide

Discover essential winter beekeeping strategies to prevent colony loss in February, including critical feeding techniques and protective measures for maintaining healthy hive survival.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Treating for Varroa Mites in Beekeeping - Testing vs Direct Treatment

Explore essential varroa mite management strategies in beekeeping and learn whether preventative treatment without testing is a viable approach for maintaining healthy honey bee colonies.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Spring Beekeeping: Rotating Brood Boxes - Benefits and Methods

Discover essential spring beekeeping practices and learn whether rotating brood boxes is beneficial for your hive's health and productivity, with expert guidance on timing and technique.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Spring Beekeeping Tips - Managing Splits, Swarm Catchers and Feeding

Master essential spring beekeeping techniques including how to split colonies, set up swarm catchers, and implement proper feeding strategies to ensure healthy and thriving honey bee colonies.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Cleaning Beekeeping Boxes for Healthy Hives

Learn essential maintenance techniques for beekeeping equipment by mastering how to remove propolis and wax buildup from hive boxes, ensuring optimal colony health and spring readiness.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Money-Saving Strategies and Free Bees for Starting Beekeeping

Discover cost-effective strategies and practical tips for obtaining free bees and reducing expenses when starting your beekeeping journey, making this rewarding hobby more accessible.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video