David Burns Courses

Beekeeping Winter Prep - Equalizing Honey Supers and Resources

Master essential winter preparation techniques by learning to balance colony resources and equalize honey supers for optimal bee survival through cold months.

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

Beekeeping Danger Zone - Inspecting During a Dearth and Robbing Season

Discover how to safely inspect bee hives during late summer's danger zone when dearth and robbing make colonies aggressive and unpredictable.

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

Beekeeping - I Tested a Community Feeder for Mites - Here's What I Found

Discover how mites spread at bee feeding stations through practical testing and learn critical fall mite control strategies for healthier hives.

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

Beekeeping - How to Move Beyond Basic Beekeeping

Master advanced beekeeping techniques using the interpretive method to overcome beginner frustrations and develop skilled hive management practices.

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

Beekeeping - The Secret to Feeding Bees in Cold Weather

Discover the secret to successful fall beekeeping by using insulated jars on top of hives to keep syrup warm, prevent condensation, and help bee colonies survive cold weather.

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

Beekeeping - Can This Fall Swarm Make It Through Winter

Discover strategies to help a late-season bee swarm survive winter despite limited time to build up colony strength and food stores.

• YouTube
• 17 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 - 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
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Beekeeping - Simple Feeding Tips to Prevent Starvation

Master essential fall feeding techniques with 1:1 sugar syrup to ensure your bees develop strong winter colonies and avoid starvation during cold months.

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

Beekeeping - The Surprising Aftermath of Combining Hives

Discover why bees relocate all honey stores after hive combination and learn essential colony management strategies for successful beekeeping operations.

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

Beekeeping - How to Avoid This Fall Mistake That Could Kill Your Hive

Discover critical fall beekeeping practices to prevent hive failure and ensure your bees survive winter by avoiding common deadly mistakes that threaten colony health.

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

Beekeeping Alert - Why Hive Wrapping Could Save Your Bees This Winter

Discover essential hive wrapping techniques to protect your bees from harsh winter conditions and dramatically reduce the 50-75% average winter losses beekeepers face.

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