Henry County Extension to Host Beginning Beekeeper Course

MT. PLEASANT — Iowa State University Extension and Outreach of Henry County is hosting a Beginning Beekeeper Course on Tuesday evenings starting in October. Classes will meet from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Oct. 29 and Nov. 5, 12th, and 19th at the Henry County Extension Office in Mt. Pleasant.

This 4-part course is open to all interested individuals and will be led by Southeast Iowa Beekeeper, Dave Tull. Dave has been a beekeeper in our area for many years, and we look forward to learning about beekeeping through his knowledge and experience. This program will push those who are interested in beekeeping to get their start.

Participants are required to preregister, and space is limited. This class fills up fast! The fee for the course is $30/individual, which will cover the cost of handouts and refreshments. Registrations will be taken until the class is full or until Oct. 25th. Payment can be made the day of the first course. If you have any questions or would like to register, please stop by the Henry County Extension Office, located at 127 N. Main Street in Mt. Pleasant, or call 319-385-8126.

ISU Extension and Outreach is part of an educational network supported by Iowa State University, local county governments, and the United States Department of Agriculture. ISU Extension and Outreach works to provide learning opportunities for citizens of Iowa by providing unbiased, research-based information that will improve quality of life.