Ages: Adult (18 and older); age 15-17 with an adult
Time commitment: Varies with the season; 1-4 times per month during beekeeping season (April-November); sessions can last 1-3 hours depending on assignments for the day
Training: Provided on-the-job
Requirements: All experience levels, including beginners, are welcome; eager to learn and share information with other volunteers and visitors of all ages; ability to be outdoors in warm weather and sunshine; ability to use simple tools; Tamarack will provide a beekeeping hat and veil, gloves, a hive tool, and basic beekeeping equipment, but any other personal beekeeping attire will need to be provided by the volunteer
Description: Beekeeping at Tamarack is a learning experience for volunteers and the public. Volunteers and staff work in a small team setting to bring awareness to the connection between all living things, especially insects, plants, and people! Volunteers are actively involved in caring for honeybee hives in the Discovery Hollow Garden and talking with the public about bees and pollination. (Increased responsibilities and leadership opportunities available with experience.)
Email Savannah Maiers or call 651-266-0362 if you are interested or have questions.
