Welcome to Mountain City Beekeepers Association!
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Mountain City Beekeepers

We're dedicated to promoting the well-being of bees and fostering a community of bee enthusiasts. Our club is a place where beekeepers, nature lovers, and anyone interested in bees can come together to learn, share experiences, and support each other in our common passion for these remarkable creatures.
We're dedicated to promoting the well-being of bees and fostering a community of bee enthusiasts. Our club is a place where beekeepers, nature lovers, and anyone interested in bees can come together to learn, share experiences, and support each other in our common passion for these remarkable creatures.

What We Do

At Mountain City Beekeepers Association, we are passionate about bees and dedicated to their well-being. Here's what we do to support bees and beekeepers:

Education and Workshops

We organize regular workshops and educational sessions to help beekeepers of all levels improve their skills and knowledge. From beginner basics to advanced techniques, we cover a wide range of topics to support your beekeeping journey.

Hive Management Support

Our experienced beekeepers provide guidance and support for hive management, including advice on pest and disease management, hive inspections, and seasonal maintenance. Whether you're new to beekeeping or a seasoned pro, we're here to help you keep your hives healthy and thriving.

Community Outreach

We believe in the importance of raising awareness about the vital role bees play in our ecosystem. That's why we actively engage in community outreach initiatives, including school presentations, public events, and partnerships with local organizations. By educating others about bees and their importance, we hope to inspire more people to take action to protect them.

Networking and Support

Joining Mountain City Beekeepers Association means becoming part of a supportive community of beekeepers and bee enthusiasts.

Whether you're looking for advice, camaraderie, or just someone to share your love of bees with, you'll find it here. Our club meetings, events, and online forums are great opportunities to connect with others who share your passion for bees.

Conservation and Advocacy

Protecting bees and their habitats is at the heart of our mission. We collaborate with conservation organizations and advocate for policies that support bee health and biodiversity. From planting pollinator-friendly gardens to supporting bee-friendly agricultural practices, we're committed to making a positive impact on bee populations and the environment.

Beekeeper pull a frame full of honey bees

Resources

Calling all enthusiasts! Our club is a hive of activity where you can connect with fellow bee lovers, exchange ideas, and work together to support bee populations in our community and beyond.

Access valuable resources, guides, and tips for beekeeping. Stay updated on upcoming events, workshops, meetings, and conferences. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced beekeeper, there’s something for everyone.

Associations
Bee Advocacy
Bee Gardens
Beekeeping Podcasts
Beekeeping Suppliers
Compliance
Conferences
Education
Workshops
  • Honey Bee Genetics and Bee Breeding
    Online - View course
  • Queen Rearing Advanced' BEES Academy
    June 20, 2025 9am - 5 pm, West Jefferson NC
    Cost: $25.00 - View course
  • Beekeeping Classes and Public School Beekeeping Mentorship Program. Contact us for more information.
Grants
Meetings
  • Monthly Beekeepers Meeting, every 1st Saturday of the Month. Contact us for more information.
Publications
Testing
Tools
  • Hive Tracks
    Hive Inspection Mobile App.
    489 Big Laurel, Creston, NC 28615
Bees swarming
Swarm Catchers

Got bees swarming? No problem, we can help!

A bee swarm catcher is a person who specializes in capturing and relocating honeybee swarms. When honeybees swarm, they're in the process of looking for a new place to establish a colony. Bee swarm catchers are often called upon by homeowners, businesses, or local authorities to safely remove and relocate swarms that have settled in unwanted places, such as residential areas, schools, or public parks.

The process typically involves capturing the swarm using specialized equipment like bee suits, smokers, and bee brushes, and then transferring them into a hive box or other suitable container for transportation to a new location. Bee swarm catchers play a crucial role in bee conservation efforts by helping to protect honeybee populations and ensuring the safety of both the bees and the public.

For swarm support please contact us.

Beekeeper pull a frame full of honey bees

News

Queen Bees with Rob Brown Beekeeping Basics Abuzz in Mountain City Beginner beekeeping class to be held at Johnson County Public Library Field trip get students up-close-and-personal local honeybees Community Hero: Mountain City beekeeper educates others about pollinators Beekeeping Takes Center Stage at Farmer's Market Treating Varroa With Heat Vaporized Oxalic Acid New Beekeeping Club Buzzing In Johnson County The Arts Center Will Be ABuzz With Pollinators This June A Year of Bees - Scrapbook Memories Winter Bees Telling The Bees Beekeeper Spotlight: Chris and Wendy Laumer The Buzzing Crisis: Honey Bees and Pesticides All About Honey: Part 4 All About Honey: Part 3 All About Honey: Part 2 All About Honey: Part 1 The $20 Billion Economy Of Migratory Honey Bees Gardening For Pollinators Taking Care Of Varroa Mites Honey Bees Vote Too Life Inside The Drone Honey Flow Life Inside The Hive: The Worker Bee Keeping ‘ABuzz’ In Johnson County Life Inside The HIve: The Queen Bee Honey Bee Swarming Season: A Natural Phenomenon Bee-On-Bee Robery Bees Are The Most Important Creatures On Earth
Community Heroes
Mountain City beekeeper educates others about pollinators

JOHNSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — They buzz, sting and are generally not welcome around people. However, bees are crucial to the survival of humanity’s food sources and ecosystem. This week’s Community Hero is doing her part to make sure bees thrive and educates others about her passion.

Janice Friend said her first bee experience was electric.

View full story on wjhl.com
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