Beekeeping is a growing hobby as people join the effort to help save a declining population of pollinators.
Terri Casey, University of Illinois Extension Director in Logan, Menard, and Sangamon Counties, explains that they've hosted the ‘Introduction to Bee Keeping’ class for almost 20 years, and a new session begins February 12.
Casey stresses the class is very popular because honey bees are facing stress from factors like invasive species and habitat loss. Many are unaware of just how crucial they are to the ecosystem.
Again, the sessions are every Thursday starting February 12 to March 19 at the Sangamon County Extension office, with a Zoom option offered. Registration is $45. You can learn more at extension.illinois.edu/lms
