Faithful readers of my blog might be aware of the plight of the environmental activist in central Maine–which is that the clubs and programs to encourage participation and education among the community are all but non-existent in this area. This is true of the Maine State Beekeeper’s Association as well. As an extension of my…
Category: Beekeeping
Putting the Garden to Bed
It’s mid-November and I’m feeling an increased sense of urgency to finish my winter preparations. So after nearly a week of rain and drizzle, wind and cold, I’ve enjoyed this weekend’s golden autumn sunshine and the opportunity to work outside. I’ve been focused on tucking my gardens in for their long sleep, this means doing…
Preparing for the Arrival of Our Bee Colony
For those of you who don’t already know–I’m an avid gardener. I garden using the biointensive method, companion planting, and other organic methods. This year I am excited to be adding my first backyard beehive to my organic garden methods. I’ve been reading: The Hive and the Honey Bee; and I’m working on a new …