Boston Area Beekeepers Association

A Discourse on Queen Rearing with Bob Hickey 4/23
2026-04-23 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | https://bostonbeekeepers.org/single-event/a-discourse-on-queen-rearing-with-bob-hickey-4-23/
Join BABA and Bob Hickey on April 23rd at 7 PM for an engaging discussion on queen rearing. This presentation will explore the critical role of royal jelly in raising healthy queens and how beekeepers can leverage natural bee behavior to guide nurse bees.
Bob will walk you through the Cloake board method step-by-step, explain the fundamentals of grafting, and outline the key timelines leading up to queen emergence. Whether you’re new to queen rearing or looking to refine your technique, this session offers valuable insights for beekeepers of all levels.
There is no charge for this presentation.
Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88426027114
