The Elk Valley Beekeeping Association, in conjunction with the Franklin County Extension Service, is holding a beginner’s beekeeping school on Feb. 17 and 18 at 6 p.m.

The beginner class will be located at the Franklin County Extension Service at 330 Joyce Lane, in Winchester. Topics will include: setting up an apiary, equipment requirements, seasonal hive management, and integrated pest management techniques. This program is designed for youth as well as adults wanting to learn more about starting a beekeeping project.

Cost of the course will be $20 for the Beekeeping in Tennessee manual. If anyone is interested in starting a beekeeping project in 2025 the club has bee packages available for purchase. Please contact John Ferrell at 931-967-2741 for more information and to register by Friday, Feb. 7.

The Cooperative Extension Program offers its programs to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tennessee State University and the U.S. Department of Agriculture cooperating.