Float like a butterfly, buzz like a bee – this pollywog bunch is a sight to see! Early learners will explore the amazing life of insects and their relatives by meeting live critters, going on an insect safari, dressing like a bug, and much more. Pollywog Play Parties combine music, art, language, and play to […]
RESCHEDULED: Honeybee Hive Installation
Join the Bernheim Beekeepers in welcoming 10,000 honeybees to their new home! From the safety of the Wildlife Viewing Room, visitors can watch as the bees are moved from delivery package to hive. Beekeepers will guide visitors through the installation process and provide the fascinating “buzz” about beekeeping efforts at Bernheim. FREE; $5 per car […]
RESCHEDULED: Honeybee Hive Installation
This program was rescheduled from Saturday, April 7 to Sunday, April 8 due to weather. Join the Bernheim Beekeepers in welcoming 10,000 honeybees to their new home! From the safety of the Wildlife Viewing Room, visitors can watch as the bees are moved from delivery package to hive. Beekeepers will guide visitors through the installation […]
Mite-A-Thon Inspections with State Apiarist Tammy Horn Potter Session 2
Varroa mites are currently beekeeper’s #1 enemy. They feed on the fat of honey bees and vector viruses. In order to accurately assess the varroa mite population, beekeepers need to routinely sample their colonies. Tammy Horn Potter, KY State Apiarist, will lead two sessions on how to do a sample of a honey bee colony […]
Mite-A-Thon Inspections with State Apiarist Tammy Horn Potter
Varroa mites are currently beekeeper’s #1 enemy. They feed on the fat of honey bees and vector viruses. In order to accurately assess the varroa mite population, beekeepers need to routinely sample their colonies. Tammy Horn Potter, KY State Apiarist, will lead two sessions on how to do a sample of a honey bee colony […]