Become a Member
Anyone with an interest in beekeeping is welcome ā you don't need to already have bees to join.
1
Attend a Meeting
Come to a monthly meeting as a guest first ā see the schedule here. No commitment required.
2
Join / Renew Membership
Pay annual dues online to become an official member.
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3
Create a Portal Account
Create an account on this site and tell us you've joined. An officer confirms your membership, usually within a week. You can RSVP to meetings right away.
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4
Get Involved
Members can volunteer for club activities like swarm removal, the fair booth, or mentoring new beekeepers. Pick what fits on the Help Wanted board.
See Where to Help →2026 Monthly Meeting Topics
Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Social hour 6:00 pm, meeting 7:00 pm.
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Jan 13 | First 6 Weeks With Your New Bees |
| Feb 10 | Hive Management (Managing Your Bee Yard) |
| Mar 10 | Pests and Their Treatment ā The Good, Bad, and Ugly |
| Apr 14 | Triple āSā: Swarms, Splits, and Supers |
| May 12 | Hive Detective ā Why Did My Bees Leave? |
| Jun 9 | Pollen Under the Microscope: What's in My Honey? |
| Jul 14 | Heat Stress and Queen Performance |
| Aug 11 | Honey Tasting and Judging |
| Aug 15 | Nansemond Indian Nation POW WOW |
| Sep 5 | Beekeeping 101 TEST |
| Sep 8 | Am I Queenless? |
| Sep 8 | September Meeting |
| Oct 13 | Fall Planting for Pollinators |
| Nov 10 | Hive Management (Winterizing Your Bee Yard) |
| Dec 8 | Annual Membership Social |
Ready to join us?
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