Cookout - November 15th, 2025
Welcome to the
Bastrop County Beekeepers Association
Bastrop County Beekeepers Association is proud to serve the Bastrop County community. We’re committed to helping new and old beekeepers alike learn new beekeeping skills, keep adept with the current education surrounding bees, and creating a strong knit community passionate about the health and safety of our bees.
We will be meeting at the
Bastrop Public Library, at 1100 Church Street, Bastrop
Wednesday, November 12th from 6-9 pm.
🐝 November Beekeeping 101: Equipment Essentials
Join us for the second session in our 12-month Beekeeping 101 series, where we’ll take a deep dive into the essential tools and equipment every beekeeper should know. We’ll cover the most common tools, hive types, and accessories you’ll encounter. Freddie will also demonstrate how to prepare your gear for spring inspections, expansion, and long-term maintenance. This will help participants better understand the function and proper use of each item. Whether you're brand new to beekeeping or need a refresher, this class is packed with practical tips for keeping your equipment and your hives in top shape.
Guest Speaker - Dodie Stillman
Come for a unique presentation about searching for Drone Congregation Areas (DCAs) by a Master
Beekeeper, past-president of TBA, Honey Show judge, educator, and all around cool person, Dodie Stillman!
Dodie is working on the next and highest level in qualifications for Master Craftsman, the level above
Master Beekeeper. Her project for this certification is locating drone congregation areas (DCA) using an
actual drone baited with queen pheromone! This presentation talks a little about honey bees, then drones,
then DCAs, then using unmanned aerial systems (new nomenclature!!!)
Come Visit Us!
We meet the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 6-9 PM.
We are currently having a new beekeepers class from 6-7pm.
Location: Bastrop Public Library
1100 Church St, Bastrop, TX 78602
About
Who We Are
We are a Texas Non-Profit organization that wants to educate others about bees and beekeeping. We have monthly meeting for everyone who is interested in beekeeping. The meetings are for absolute beginners, intermediates, and professionals. We look forward to meeting you!
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