WEST CENTRAL BEEKEEPERS ASSOCIATION HOLDS ANNUAL FIELD DAY

(07/05/2016)

State Aparist Wade Stiltner instructs WCBA members

The WCBA held its June meeting on last week at the farm of Larry and Marianne Siers. The outing was well attended by the WCBA members.

Wade Stiltner, State Apiarist, gave a live demonstration on the proper bee hive inspection technique, and answered all of the many questions the WCBA members posed to him.

After the presentation, thanks was given by Larry Siers and the members enjoyed a delicious buffet style luncheon. The meal was accompanied by a drawing for door prizes many of which were graciously provided by the hosts, Larry and Marianne.

Marianne Siers calls out door prize winners

Door prize winners included, Al Parsons honey extractor, Bill and Kaitlin Burton mason jars and hanging plant, Glenn Truppi bee smoker, Margo King beekeepers toolbox, Morissa King bee hive complete with frames and foundation, Ada Overbaugh complete beehive including the bees, Rose Kepler and Thelma Hall each won picnic tables.