Beekeeping can be a fun and enjoyable hobby or a sideline job for some. We recommend taking one of our Introductory Courses. From there we can provide you with detail information to guide you through your first year of beekeeping.

We recommend beginner to budget $500 to start. You may be able to start by spending much less, but this amount allows you to make decision about equipment and tools.

NO! In North Carolina you may keep bees without a permit and there is no certifications required. While we promote a methodology which supports formal training, this is only to help an individual and their bees succeed. Do NOT be fooled by organizations claiming to be "North Carolina." More often than not, people are pressured to believe that clubs and associations are backed by North Carolina Government. This is not true!

North Carolina General Statue charges the North Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture to oversee the protection of the State's Pollinators. More information can be found by visiting the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Web Page. Be sure to look for Apiary Industry!