Learn How to Keep Bees

Max Martin checks his hives. Bees are active all winter and must keep feeding to stay warm and keep the hive at a appropriate temperature. Photo by Len Villano.

A class for beginning beekeepers is being held Saturday, Jan. 20, from 8 am to noon at the Peninsular Agricultural Research Station, 4312 Hwy. 42. The class is taught by master beekeeper Max Martin, president of the Door County Beekeepers Club. The class is limited to 20 students, so reserve a spot by calling Max at 920.743.8457 or via email at [email protected]. Cost of the class is $25.