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  • Political Ecology with Austin Martin

    Political Ecology with Austin Martin

    Austin Martin discussed political ecology and his research on urban bee populations, challenging the luxury effect hypothesis, which suggests affluent areas boost insect diversity. His findings indicated greater bee diversity in neglected urban landscapes near affluent ones, contradicting earlier predictions. The event included pizza from Founded, and a video of his presentation is available to…

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  • Your bees are not that busy. What about you?

    Your bees are not that busy. What about you?

    It rained! Hal I knew ya, but then ya left. An online bee chat is set for this week, focusing on sharing ideas. The November meeting featured a small crowd enjoying pizza. If you weren’t there you are square. Classes for 2025 are available!Come to the the Awbury Winter Open House on December 8 and…

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  • Winter is coming again

    Winter is coming again

    The post discusses the unusual weather patterns in November, reflecting on changing perceptions of seasons. It notes an absence of pollinators and a missed bee chat. Upcoming events include a monthly meeting with pizza and a Winter Solstice Pot Luck. And finally, 2025 bee classes are now available for purchase, both beginner and advanced.

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  • Winter is coming

    Winter is coming

    In November, the warm, dry weather affects beekeeping preparations, including treating bees with oxalic acid. Upcoming events include a monthly meeting with Austin Martin at St. James and a Winter Solstice Potluck. Members can order fondant and are encouraged to collect leftover honey stock for spring sales.

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  • Volunteer with us in 2025!

    Volunteer with us in 2025!

    The Guild is seeking volunteers to fill various position in 2025! Please submit your questions or statement of interest for any of the positions below to info@phillybeekeepers.org. Positions Available: President

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  • Honey Fest and Chestnut Hill Fall for the Arts Fest – Our best sales days yet!

    Honey Fest and Chestnut Hill Fall for the Arts Fest – Our best sales days yet!

    On Sunday Sept 15th, we put up our yellow tent on Germantown Avenue and spent the day talking about honey bees and showing off the girls in their observation hive.

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  • Honey Fest 2024 Recap

    Honey Fest 2024 Recap

    We had a great time at Honey Fest this year! It was only one day and at one venue, but we had record turnout in spite of the threat of

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  • The Best Bee Beard Ever

    The Best Bee Beard Ever

    Honey Fest was a big success this year! It was only one day instead of the two or three we usually have. However, we had record turnout at Wyck and

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  • Board Meeting Summary September 5, 2024

    The Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild Board Of Directors held their monthly meeting on September 5, 2024. It was an efficient and lively discussion and here are the takeaways: GrantsThe Guild submitted

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