Jim Vietch: Spring Hive Management

Bay-area beekeeping is a year-round activity, but spring is the most important, and the most fun. Management for swarm control. Management for honey production. Increases. They’re all on the table.
To report Honey Bee swarms, call
(510) 898-6696.
One of our volunteers will take information and arrange for timely, safe, free relocation.
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"Become an ACBA Member"To donate to the Alameda County Beekeepers Association, click here.
Donations help us provide free swarm removal services and educate the public about bees and pollination.
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"American Foulbrood"Bay-area beekeeping is a year-round activity, but spring is the most important, and the most fun. Management for swarm control. Management for honey production. Increases. They’re all on the table.
The Alameda County Beekeepers Association, established in 1916, provides education, support and resources for beekeepers and the public.
ACBA meetings are held at 7:30 PM on the second Tuesday of each month at the San Leandro Marina Community Center, 15301 Wicks Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577. Everyone is welcome — members and non-members alike.
In addition, special guest speaker presentations are often held via Zoom on the third Tuesday of the month; check the speaker schedule for details.
If there’s a swarm of bees in your yard, call 510-898-6696 to be connected with a local beekeeper who will safely relocate them. Colonies in structures relocated too. You can also find more information on our Get Help With a Swarm page.