Kim Thomas, vice president of the Puget Sound Beekeepers Association and a Maple Leaf resident, reached out to us just as the weather warmed up and people returned to their yards.
It appears she’s in search of a Maple Leaf resident who would like to host a honeybee hive. She tells us:
I’m looking for someone with a sunny yard that is interested in having pollinators in their yard, wants to help honeybees thrive in PNW and would maybe even like to learn a bit about beekeeping?
Not sure your beekeeping skills are up to the task? Thomas also noted that the group is offering a couple of classes on beekeeping in the coming weeks at the Washington Park Arboretum:
- How to Become a Hobby Beekeeper: April 6 and 13, 1-6 p.m., $50
- Top Bar Hive Beekeeping: April 20 or May 4, each class is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and costs $15 for an individual or $20 for a household of two
In addition, Thomas adds that she is the Puget Sound Beekeepers Association neighborhood captain for Maple Leaf, and she would be more than happy to chat with anybody interested in learning more about beekeeping. If you’re interested, contact her at mapleleaf@psbees.org.
I’d love to do it!