
Stop wondering "what now?" and start your beekeeping journey with the guidance of a Master.
Are you excited to start your first hive but worried about wasting moneyâor worse, losing your bees? You aren't alone. Beekeeping is an investment in time, money, and life. Donât let your investment fly away because you skipped the most important step: A solid foundation.
Hi, Iâm Ray. I didnât just pick up beekeeping yesterdayâIâve been in the hive for over 50 years, starting alongside my father.
As a Certified Master Beekeeper (University of Florida) with 40 years of teaching experience, Iâve seen every mistake a beginner can make. I designed this course to "take the sting" out of the learning process and give you a proven roadmap to success.
This isn't just a basic overview; it is a complete, organized, and practical video library designed to get you through your first year and beyond.
42+ High-Definition Video Lessons: Over 6 hours of "over-the-shoulder" instruction.
The All-New 3rd Edition: Updated with the latest best practices and equipment.
Step-by-Step Guidance: From lighting your first smoker to complex hive inspections.
Foundational Knowledge: We cover bee biology, equipment selection, pest management, and the "3 Keys" to survival.
Expert Authority: Learn from a University of Florida Certified Master Beekeeper.
Save Money: Avoid the costly "rookie mistakes" that lead to dead hives and wasted gear.
Lifetime Value: Go at your own pace. Rewatch lessons as you grow.
Peace of Mind: Feel confident every time you open your hive.
Donât leave your beesâ survival to chance. Buy the course today and letâs get your first season started the right way!
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Currently, the course includes about 5 hours of instruction, with new bonus material and demonstrations being added during the year.Â
Yes! There is a learning curve with beekeeping and this 5 star rated course will help you get through the first year and beyond. Â
Our students rate this course 5 stars! See the Google reviews here
There are over 42 lessons, each one lasting between 5 and 20 minutes. Many of the lessons include additional supplemental content, referred to as bonus material. Â
And if you prefer, there is also a classroom-style previous live class that you can watch.Â
NEW! If you are logged into your account, you will automatically have access to the course(s) you bought.
Click here to go to the course menu for the Beginner's Course.Â
Old way: When you bought the course, you received a PDFÂ at checkout with directions and an access code.
No, it is not. It is hosted right here on this website. When you purchase it, you will receive a PDF with your order. It includes the access instructions to view the course lessons.Â