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SUMMARY:Biodynamic Conference
DESCRIPTION:As part of a new conference format called a Focus Conversation\, Apis Arborea will join with other participants to explore the gifts and questions that bees bring to biodynamic agriculture. During this online gathering\, we will explore our evolving relationship with honeybees and other pollinators. We will craft a space to receive revelations that may guide our next steps in carrying biodynamic apiculture forward. Through community conversation\, we will strive to create\, share\, and sow new seeds for a future apiculture rooted in reciprocity with the more-than-human world. More info available here.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/biodynamic-conference/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Arboreal Apiculture Salon #42
DESCRIPTION:It will be an honor to have Prof. Keith S. Delaplane as our guests at the Salon. Keith S. Delaplane\, MBE\, is Professor Emeritus of Entomology at the University of Georgia whose work foregrounds the evolutionary dynamics that shape honey bee societies—from cooperation and kin selection to colony-level adaptation. His book Honey Bee Social Evolution distills decades of research into how eusociality emerges\, stabilizes\, and responds to ecological pressures\, offering a rigorous framework for conservation and practice. Delaplane’s scholarship links evolutionary process to on-the-ground stewardship\, informing resilient approaches to bee health and pollination. More info to come. \nUse this Zoom link to join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Arboreal Apiculture Salon offers a unique opportunity for the global arboreal apiculture community to connect and engage in symbiotic learning\, share innovative ideas\, and support one another. Join a multidisciplinary community from around the world for discussions and exchanges that foster a deeper connection to arboreal apiculture and apiology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCo-hosted by Cheyanna Bone\, Jonathan Powell (Natural Beekeeping Trust)\, and Michael Joshin Thiele (Apis Arborea). \nThe Salon is a free event\, serving communities around the globe. If you would like more info or have a suggestion for a topic/ speaker\, please send an email.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/arboreal-apiculture-salon-42/
LOCATION:This Salon will be without live audience
CATEGORIES:Salon
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SUMMARY:Apis Arborea at Apimondia 2025
DESCRIPTION:International Apicultural Congress | Copenhagen\, Denmark | September 2025\nWe are honored to share that Michael Thiele\, Executive Director of Apis Arborea\, has been invited to present at Apimondia 2025\, the world’s premier international beekeeping conference\, taking place this September in Copenhagen. \nMichael will present groundbreaking insights from our long-term research project at the Galbreath Wildlands Preserve\, where wild\, free-living honeybee colonies have flourished with striking resilience. In contrast to the alarming decline in managed honeybee populations\, these wild colonies offer a powerful counter-narrative—one rooted in ecological balance\, evolutionary intelligence\, and self-sustaining vitality. \nHis talk will explore how these thriving wild populations illuminate a compass point for a new agricultural paradigm—one that is regenerative\, decentralized\, and guided by the principles of biomimicry and deep ecology. At a time when industrial apiculture faces mounting challenges\, the lessons from the wild offer hope\, direction\, and a path forward. \nWe invite you to follow along as Apis Arborea brings the voices of the wild bees to this global stage. More updates to come from Copenhagen.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/apis-arborea-at-apimondia-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T160000
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SUMMARY:Autumn Field Trip to the Wild Honeybee Population of the Galbreath Wildlands Preserve
DESCRIPTION:There is something truly awe-inspiring about witnessing honeybees flying in and out of their secretive wild abode nestled within a tree. Honeybees have been intertwined with trees since ancient times and constitute an evolutionary system. However\, nowadays\, when one thinks of a “honeybee hive\,” the first image that typically comes to mind is a white box in an apiary.  \nNumerous indicators suggest that wild honeybees exhibit remarkable resilience and longevity\, surpassing the health of their counterparts in managed apiaries. The intricate interdependencies within wild ecosystems appear to foster their flourishing. To delve into this phenomenon within our own bioregion\, Apis Arborea initiated a comprehensive 7-year research endeavor at the Galbreath Wildlands Preserve\, one of Sonoma State University’s Preserve. \nSince 2021\, almost 80 wild honeybee trees have been identified and are subjected to monthly monitoring. Through this endeavor\, we’ve had the privilege of witnessing their intrinsic preferences and behaviors while delving into their life cycles and their role as integral members of a diverse pollinator community. Several research nesting sites have been established for climate monitoring\, and in 2024\, we collaborated with multiple universities for genetic sampling. The results of these efforts will be published later this year. \nIn an effort to extend this knowledge to our broader community\, we’re offering a rare chance to join us on a field trip to the Preserve. During this excursion\, we will spend the day exploring wild bee trees\, delving into the intricacies of our project and its discoveries\, and engaging in hands-on activities such as beelining. \nWe are looking forward to welcoming you for this trip into the Wild (please know that only a limited amount of tickets is available). \n“In observing bees in their most unadulterated state\, we often find our perceptions of them undergo a profound transformation. Indeed\, we may even discover that we ourselves are changed in the process”.  Jonathan Powell (wild honeybee custodian\, UK)
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/autumn-field-trip-to-the-wild-honeybee-populations-of-the-galbreath-wildlands-preserve/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T173000
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SUMMARY:“Hive Mind" - Understanding Our Place in Honey Bee Ecologies and Conservation
DESCRIPTION:We are part of a living Earth-Community\, diverse in its ways of being and knowing. This community encompasses a multitude of life forms\, each possessing unique forms of agency\, sentience\, intelligence\, and communication. Anthropologist Eduardo Kohn asks: “How do forests think?” The Rights of Nature movement wonders: ‘Who is the river in front of us?’ Who are the other non-human communities that constitute the global congregation of beings? In this session\, we will explore contemporary trends in the humanities\, science\, philosophy and spirituality to explore their relevance for holistic and regenerative models of honeybee stewardship and conservation.  \nThis is the last of 6 sessions that can be booked individually. The live-streamed event fosters interactive learning and vibrant discourse\, welcoming participants of all experience levels. Led by Michael Thiele and the team of Apis Arborea\, the sessions will cultivate a deeper connection with the wisdom of wild honeybees\, inspiring a reimagining of apiculture practices in harmony with natural ecosystems. Recordings will be available after each individual session. Scholarships are available upon request. \nDates: Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00 pm PDT \n\nSession 1: March 19\, 2025 \nSession 2: April 16\, 2025 \nSession 3: May 21\, 2025 \nSession 4: June 18\, 2025 \nSession 5: August 20\, 2025 \nSession 6: September 17\, 2025
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/second-round-6/
LOCATION:Regenerative Apiculture Series\, Session VI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T090000
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SUMMARY:Arboreal Apiculture Salon #41
DESCRIPTION:It will be an honor to have Dr. Jovana Bila Dubaić as our guest at the Salon. Jovana is an Assistant Professor at the University of Belgrade\, Faculty of Biology. Her research focuses on the ecology of bees particularly in the context of agroecology and urban ecology. In recent years\, she has developed a special interest in free-living honey bees and their role in ecosystems. She often uses citizen science as a research approach\, exploring how human and non-human worlds intertwine through the lives of bees. Beyond academia\, Jovana actively engages the wider public through social media\, public lectures\, science events\, and workshops. She is also a mother of three daughters.  \nOur private conversation with Jovana will be published as a podcast in late September. \nThe Arboreal Apiculture Salon offers a unique opportunity for the global arboreal apiculture community to connect and engage in symbiotic learning\, share innovative ideas\, and support one another. Join a multidisciplinary community from around the world for discussions and exchanges that foster a deeper connection to arboreal apiculture and apiology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCo-hosted by Cheyanna Bone\, Jonathan Powell (Natural Beekeeping Trust)\, and Michael Joshin Thiele (Apis Arborea). \nThe Salon is a free event\, serving communities around the globe. If you would like more info or have a suggestion for a topic/ speaker\, please send an email.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/arboreal-apiculture-salon-41/
LOCATION:This Salon will be without live audience
CATEGORIES:Salon
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SUMMARY:Beelining - Tracking Wild Honeybees
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how to follow honeybees in the wild? Join the growing community of wild honey bee trackers and learn the ancient art of beelining. Beelining is the craft and science of locating wild honeybees. The practice is as old as humankind and has gained new relevance in a time of the accelerating mortality of managed honeybees. Wild (unmanaged) honeybees on the other hand have evolved as self-sustaining populations and are an essential focus for conservation and research.  \nWe will explore the rich history\, essential tools\, techniques\, and strategic approaches involved in beelining\, along with methods for monitoring wild honeybee populations. Through regular observations of wild nests\, we can witness their life cycles and resilience\, contributing invaluable data to bolster their protection and conservation. Embark on a journey into the captivating realm of wild honeybees with us. An exhilarating activity that leads us to new insights of hidden nests within our own watersheds.  What we will learn: \n\nHow to set up your own beelining adventure\nNecessary tools\, resources and guidelines \nMonitoring protocols and sheets\nTracking modalities for diverse landscapes\nCitizen science: become part of a global movement and how to use Apis Arborea’s new WildBeeWatch app\n\nThis is the fifth of 6 sessions that can be booked individually or as part of a series. The live-streamed event fosters interactive learning and vibrant discourse\, welcoming participants of all experience levels. Led by Michael Thiele and the team of Apis Arborea\, the sessions will cultivate a deeper connection with the wisdom of wild honeybees\, inspiring a reimagining of apiculture practices in harmony with natural ecosystems. Recordings will be available after each individual session. Scholarships are available upon request. \nDates: Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00 pm PDT \n\nSession 1: March 19\, 2025 \nSession 2: April 16\, 2025 \nSession 3: May 21\, 2025 \nSession 4: June 18\, 2025 \nSession 5: August 19\, 2025 \nSession 6: September 17\, 2025
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/second-round-5/
LOCATION:Regenerative Apiculture Series\, Session V
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SUMMARY:Resilience from the Wild: Rethinking Beekeeping Through Nature-Inspired Models.
DESCRIPTION:This will be a compelling presentation on the future of honeybee health in the face of crisis. As of early 2025\, U.S. commercial beekeepers have reported catastrophic losses\, with survival rates plummeting to just 20%. In stark contrast\, wild honeybee populations are thriving—with survival rates nearing 80%. Michael Thiele from Apis Arborea will share groundbreaking research from the Galbreath Wildlands Preserve and introduce LocApiary\, a regenerative\, place-based model that biomimics wild conditions to support resilient local bee populations. Discover how this approach offers hope for backyard beekeepers and the wider pollinator community through ecological integration and community collaboration. More information here.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/resilience-from-the-wild-rethinking-beekeeping-through-nature-inspired-models/
LOCATION:Alameda County Beekeeping Association
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T101500
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SUMMARY:Arboreal Apiculture Salon #40
DESCRIPTION:It will be an honor to have Héctor Morales Urbina and Maggie Shanahan as our guests at the Salon. They both are beekeepers and bee researchers from Chiapas\, Mexico and the United States\, respectively. Maggie will share some broad context around beekeeping in Chiapas and compare and contrast beekeeping systems in the U.S. and Mexico. Héctor will talk about how beekeepers in Chiapas use traditional ecological knowledge to better care for their bees and will discuss the ways that the Chiapa culture shapes beekeepers’ relationships with their bees. Together\, Maggie and Héctor will discuss beekeeper-led strategies to build resilience in the face of industrialization\, broadening focus to consider not just beekeeping practices\, but beekeeping systems. \nUse this Zoom link to join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Arboreal Apiculture Salon offers a unique opportunity for the global arboreal apiculture community to connect and engage in symbiotic learning\, share innovative ideas\, and support one another. Join a multidisciplinary community from around the world for discussions and exchanges that foster a deeper connection to arboreal apiculture and apiology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCo-hosted by Cheyanna Bone\, Jonathan Powell (Natural Beekeeping Trust)\, and Michael Joshin Thiele (Apis Arborea). \nThe Salon is a free event\, serving communities around the globe. If you would like more info or have a suggestion for a topic/ speaker\, please send an email.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/arboreal-apiculture-salon-37/
LOCATION:Please join us for this live Salon
CATEGORIES:Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T190000
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SUMMARY:Learn how to Design and Build TreeNests (aka log hives)
DESCRIPTION:Biomimicry is an integral approach that allows us to harness nature’s time-tested strategies to support thriving populations of local honeybees. By observing and emulating the natural processes and adaptations of wild honeybees\, we can develop more effective and sustainable conservation practices. This nature-inspired approach helps us create environments and management techniques that align with the bees’ innate behaviors and needs\, fostering resilience and ecological balance. \nIn this course segment we will go step by step through the process of building natural TreeNests (aka log hives) and share lots of video footage\, go over necessary tools\, and other resources. We will explore various arboreal hive/nest designs and integrate groundbreaking research data and fundamental changes in life sciences as resources for a paradigm shift in apicultural strategies in the Anthropocene. \nWe also will look at the reemergence of ancient and traditional ways of apiculture\, such as the 1000 year old “Zeidler-craft” of caring for bees in living trees. The wilding of honeybees and nest restoration are becoming increasingly essential for honeybees to survive. As wild bees survive in non-managed ecosystems and nest sites\, they represent a resource for new strategies for apiculture and a fundamental shift in bee stewardship. \n\nHow to build TreeNests  \nDiverse design options for various skill levels \nIntegration of apian preferences\nAssessment of trees and how and where to install\nAlternate options to tree installation\n\nThis is the fourth of 6 sessions that can be booked individually. The live-streamed event fosters interactive learning and vibrant discourse\, welcoming participants of all experience levels. Led by Michael Thiele and the team of Apis Arborea\, the sessions will cultivate a deeper connection with the wisdom of wild honeybees\, inspiring a reimagining of apiculture practices in harmony with natural ecosystems. Recordings will be available after each individual session. Scholarships are available upon request. \nDates: Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00 pm PDT \n\nSession 1: March 19\, 2025 \nSession 2: April 16\, 2025 \nSession 3: May 21\, 2025 \nSession 4: June 18\, 2025 \nSession 5: August 20\, 2025 \nSession 6: September 17\, 2025\n\n 
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/second-round-4/
LOCATION:Regenerative Apiculture Series\, Session IV
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SUMMARY:Spring Field Trip to the Wild Honeybee Populations of the Galbreath Wildlands Preserve
DESCRIPTION:There is something truly awe-inspiring about witnessing honeybees flying in and out of their secretive wild abode nestled within a tree. Honeybees have been intertwined with trees since ancient times and constitute an evolutionary system. However\, nowadays\, when one thinks of a “honeybee hive\,” the first image that typically comes to mind is a white box in an apiary.  \nNumerous indicators suggest that wild honeybees exhibit remarkable resilience and longevity\, surpassing the health of their counterparts in managed apiaries. The intricate interdependencies within wild ecosystems appear to foster their flourishing. To delve into this phenomenon within our own bioregion\, Apis Arborea initiated a comprehensive 7-year research endeavor at the Galbreath Wildlands Preserve\, one of Sonoma State University’s Preserve. \nSince 2021\, almost 60 wild honeybee trees have been identified and are subjected to monthly monitoring. Through this endeavor\, we’ve had the privilege of witnessing their intrinsic preferences and behaviors while delving into their life cycles and their role as integral members of a diverse pollinator community. Several research nesting sites have been established for climate monitoring\, and in 2024\, we collaborated with multiple universities for genetic sampling. The results of these efforts will be published later this year. \nIn an effort to extend this knowledge to our broader community\, we’re offering a rare chance to join us on a field trip to the Preserve. During this excursion\, we will spend the day exploring wild bee trees\, delving into the intricacies of our project and its discoveries\, and engaging in hands-on activities such as beelining. \nWe are looking forward to welcoming you for this trip into the Wild (please know that only a limited amount of tickets is available). \n“In observing bees in their most unadulterated state\, we often find our perceptions of them undergo a profound transformation. Indeed\, we may even discover that we ourselves are changed in the process”.  Jonathan Powell (wild honeybee custodian\, UK)..
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/spring-field-trip-to-the-wild-honeybee-populations-of-the-galbreath-wildlands-preserve/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T143000
DTSTAMP:20250520T160035Z
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SUMMARY:Championing the Pollinators: The Biologist\, the Broadcaster and the "Beekeeper"
DESCRIPTION:A trilogy of talks offering three unique perspectives on those keystone beings – the Pollinators.\nWherever you are\, you can enjoy this exchange of fascinating thought by being part of the audience and putting your questions and ideas to the speakers during the interactive Q&A sessions. \nThursdays\, 11am – 12:30PM PT\n8 May: @dave.goulson – The Big Picture\n15 May: @kategbradbury – How We Can Help\n22 May: Michael Thiele – Reimagining Pollinators \nPlease note that you can still sign up to all three talks even after one or two have passed\, as you will receive a video of all the talks once the series is over. Videos are for ticket holders only. \nSpeakers:\nDave Goulson is Professor of Biology at University of Sussex\, specializing in bee ecology. He has published more than 350 scientific articles on the ecology and conservation of bumblebees and other insects. He is the author of several bestselling popular books and founded the @bumblebeeconservationtrust in 2006\, a charity that has grown to 12\,000 members. He is an “Ambassador” for @thewildlifetrusts. \nKate Bradbury is an award-winning writer specialising in wildlife gardening and an author. She’s the Wildlife Editor of BBC @gardenersworldmag and has a regular Country Diary column in the @guardian. Kate is patron for two charities: amphibian and reptile charity @froglifers and bumblebee charity the @bumblebeeconservationtrust. She is also an Ambassador for @the_rhs and Butterfly Conservation AKA @savebutterflies. \nMichael Thiele Since 2005\, Michael has been an independent apiculture consultant\, presenting his work at @harvardUniversity\, NYU\, Parson School of Design and others. He consulted for the @usdagov in the Dominican Republic and created Gaia Bees to advance biodynamic apiculture practices. In 2007\, he co-founded one of the first honeybee refuges in the USA. In 2017\, Michael established @apisarborea\, a nonprofit promoting deep ecology and ecosystem-based strategies for honeybee conservation.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/championing-the-pollinators-the-biologist-the-broadcaster-and-the-beekeeper/
LOCATION:May 8\, 15 & 22
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T190000
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SUMMARY:LocApiary
DESCRIPTION:The LocApiary Program is a watershed-centric ecological restoration initiative fostering self-sustaining networks of wild\, unmanaged honeybee populations within local ecosystems. It aims to conserve locally adapted genetic stock and reduce the spread of pests and pathogens associated with industrial beekeeping. Once established\, these apian networks allow local honeybee swarms to become the primary supplier for apiaries\, minimizing the impact of industrial beekeeping practices on backyard beekeepers and the wider pollinator community. In this session we will examine the overarching qualities and constitution of our local ecologies\, delving into their profound implications for the health and well-being of honeybees. Our engagement with a particular place is deeply shaped by our understanding of its unique composition\, and we will introduce LocApiary as an innovative model for healing and rebalancing of local honey bee populations and back yard beekeeping.  \nDiscussions will revolve around LocApiary principles and how to apply “wilding” to honeybee networks in various ecological settings—whether wild\, remote\, intermediate\, or unprotected. Each application will draw inspiration from wild honeybee nests\, serving as a central guidepost for design development. We will discuss how:  \n\nModels for the protection for our own watersheds and how to empower local honeybee networks\nSustainable alternatives for commercial agri-cultural pollination\nActor Networks & Apian networks\nNativism and novel ecosystems\nLand assessment and how to differentiate various landscapes\n\nThis is the forth of 6 sessions that can be booked individually. The live-streamed event fosters interactive learning and vibrant discourse\, welcoming participants of all experience levels. Led by Michael Thiele and the team of Apis Arborea\, the sessions will cultivate a deeper connection with the wisdom of wild honeybees\, inspiring a reimagining of apiculture practices in harmony with natural ecosystems. Recordings will be available after each individual session. Scholarships are available upon request. \nDates: Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00 pm PDT \n\nSession 1: March 19\, 2025 \nSession 2: April 16\, 2025 \nSession 3: May 21\, 2025 \nSession 4: June 18\, 2025 \nSession 5: August 20\, 2025 \nSession 6: September 17\, 2025
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/second-round-3/
LOCATION:Regenerative Apiculture Series\, Session III
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T190000
DTSTAMP:20250401T224213Z
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SUMMARY:Natural Selection & Wilding
DESCRIPTION:What fascinates us about the image of a wild honey bee nest in an old oak tree?  This course welcomes participants into the community of free-living honeybees and self-willed ecological processes as a new foundation for reframing apiculture. We will explore new thinking in conservation\, approaches for climate change adaptation\, and learn about innovative practices that promote self sustaining populations of honeybees. We will explore interdependent environments\, learn about apian agencies\, and will examine novel frameworks for health and core principles of ‘wilding’. The wild becomes our “compass point” for navigating the journey ahead. Topics will include: \n\nExploring the concept of Wilding and self-willed ecological processes\nNatural selection and apian agencies\nPopulation dynamics in our own watersheds\n\nThis is the second of 6 sessions. Each can be booked individually. The live-streamed event fosters interactive learning and vibrant discourse\, welcoming participants of all experience levels. Led by Michael Thiele and the team of Apis Arborea\, the sessions will cultivate a deeper connection with the wisdom of wild honeybees\, inspiring a reimagining of apiculture practices in harmony with natural ecosystems. Recordings will be available after each individual session. Scholarships are available upon request. \nDates: Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00 pm PDT \n\nSession 1: March 19\, 2025 \nSession 2: April 16\, 2025 \nSession 3: May 21\, 2025 \nSession 4: June 18\, 2025 \nSession 5: August 20\, 2025 \nSession 6: September 17\, 2025
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/second-round-2/
LOCATION:Regenerative Apiculture Series\, Session II
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T101500
DTSTAMP:20250411T171308Z
CREATED:20250226T183252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T171308Z
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SUMMARY:Arboreal Apiculture Salon #39
DESCRIPTION:It will be an honor to have Kaylin Kleckner from the University of Florida as our guest at the Salon. Kaylin is a PhD Candidate at the University of Florida Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory. Through collaboration with Rhodes University\, Kaylin conducts field research with wild and unmanaged honey bees in the Eastern Cape\, South Africa. She used beelining techniques to locate 130 nest sites to study nesting ecology\, population structure\, and disease dynamics. Long term\, she aims to inform local land management decisions and pollinator conservation initiatives in Africa.  \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Arboreal Apiculture Salon offers a unique opportunity for the global arboreal apiculture community to connect and engage in symbiotic learning\, share innovative ideas\, and support one another. Join a multidisciplinary community from around the world for discussions and exchanges that foster a deeper connection to arboreal apiculture and apiology. \n\n\n\n\n\nCo-hosted by Cheyanna Bone\, Jonathan Powell (Natural Beekeeping Trust)\, and Michael Joshin Thiele (Apis Arborea). \nThe Salon is a free event\, serving communities around the globe. If you would like more info or have a suggestion for a topic/ speaker\, please send an email.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/arboreal-apiculture-salon-39/
LOCATION:This Salon will be without live audience
CATEGORIES:Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T160000
DTSTAMP:20250409T210642Z
CREATED:20250321T163900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T210642Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Honeybee Blitz at the Galbreath Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique and exciting adventure in the wilderness of the Galbreath Wildlands Preserve! This inaugural Wild Honey Bee Blitz offers a chance to explore the oak woodlands and search for bee trees during warm\, early spring days\, just before the oaks have fully leafed out. Early spring conditions are ideal for tracking wild honey bee trees by walking among the trees and watching out for trees with bees. This method is an unconventional art of tracking bee trees and serves as an alternative to beelining\, which we typically practice during the rest of the year. Be prepared for off-trail walking and the beauty of the Galbreath Wildlands. We will meet at the front gate of the Preserve. More information will be shared once we received your RSVP. \nMore information will be shared after your RSVP. \nAbout the Preserve:\nThe Galbreath Wildlands Preserve is a 3\,670-acre nature reserve located in Mendocino County\, California\, about 17 miles from the coast.. This diverse landscape features woodland\, forest\, and grassland communities\, ranging in elevation from 900 to 2\,200 feet. The preserve is home to a thriving population of wild honeybees\, with nearly 60 bee trees identified and monitored by Apis Arborea since 2021.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/wild-honeybee-blitz-at-the-galbreath-preserve/
LOCATION:no tickets left
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T190000
DTSTAMP:20250302T221225Z
CREATED:20250302T221225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T221225Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Honeybees from the Perspective of the Wild
DESCRIPTION:This transformative workshop is the first in a series of six sessions\, outlining Apis Arborea’s innovative approach to regenerative apiculture and wilding. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of honeybees in their natural habitats\, exploring animal ethics\, novel biodynamic methods\, deep ecology\, and biomimicry. In this first session\, we will learn about the life cycles and living conditions of wild\, unmanaged honeybees. We will explore the intricate make-up and qualities of the apian organism and explore their biology\, and innate behaviors. By examining historical contexts and new perspectives\, the workshop aims to reframe our approach to beekeeping and conservation. Our guiding question will be that of how can we gain deeper insight about honeybees by learning from them as a wild species? We will examine: \n\nLife cycles and impulses\nThe microbiome of bees and new perspectives such as the holobiont\nNest dynamics and the proposed term ‘Tissue’\nThe expression of will\, agency\, and sentience in these remarkable creatures\n\nThis live-streamed event fosters interactive learning and vibrant discourse\, welcoming participants of all experience levels. Led by Michael Thiele and the team of Apis Arborea\, the sessions will cultivate a deeper connection with the wisdom of wild honeybees\, inspiring a reimagining of apiculture practices in harmony with natural ecosystems. Recordings will be available after each individual session. Scholarships are available upon request. \nDates: Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00 pm PDT \n\nSession 1: March 19\, 2025 \nSession 2: April 16\, 2025 \nSession 3: May 21\, 2025 \nSession 4: June 18\, 2025 \nSession 5: August 20\, 2025 \nSession 6: September 17\, 2025
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/second-round-1/
LOCATION:Regenerative Apiculture Series\, Session I
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T150000
DTSTAMP:20250213T001800Z
CREATED:20250213T001800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T001800Z
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SUMMARY:Arboreal Apiculture Salon #38
DESCRIPTION:It will be an honor to have Dr Susan Murphy Roshi from Australia as our guest at the Salon. Susan is a distinguished Zen teacher with a profound interest in the intersection of Zen practice and indigenous Australian concepts of ‘care for country’. For 25 years\, she co-led walks in Country with the late\, highly respected indigenous Elder\, Dulumunmun\, Uncle Max Harrison\, exploring the deep connections between these traditions. Susan’s work emphasizes the transformative power of Zen koans in addressing life’s challenges\, particularly our duty of care for the Earth. Her latest book\, “A Fire Runs Through All Things: Zen Koans for Facing the Climate Crisis\,” reflects this focus\, offering a unique spiritual and philosophical approach to confronting the environmental crisis. Her approach encourages a shift in consciousness\, moving beyond purely practical solutions to foster a deeper\, more compassionate relationship with our planet. We anticipate an inspiring conversation with Susan\, exploring how Zen wisdom can help us navigate the complexities of the climate crisis and cultivate a more profound sense of interconnectedness with the Earth. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Arboreal Apiculture Salon offers a unique opportunity for the global arboreal apiculture community to connect and engage in symbiotic learning\, share innovative ideas\, and support one another. Join a multidisciplinary community from around the world for discussions and exchanges that foster a deeper connection to arboreal apiculture and apiology. \n\n\n\n\n\nCo-hosted by Cheyanna Bone\, Jonathan Powell (Natural Beekeeping Trust)\, and Michael Joshin Thiele (Apis Arborea). \nThe Salon is a free event\, serving communities around the globe. If you would like more info or have a suggestion for a topic/ speaker\, please send an email.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/arboreal-apiculture-salon-38/
LOCATION:This Salon will be without live audience
CATEGORIES:Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T101500
DTSTAMP:20250207T163715Z
CREATED:20250207T163715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T163715Z
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SUMMARY:Arboreal Apiculture Salon #37
DESCRIPTION:It will be an honor to have Dylan K. Ryals as our guest at the Salon. Dylan is a life-long beekeeper with experience working on commercial pollination and queen-rearing apiaries. He is currently a PhD student under Dr. Brock Harpur at Purdue University where he studies honey bee genetics and breeding. He will speak on his ongoing research uncovering bee ancestry\, genetic diversity\, and population structure across the United States with special attention to feral and non-commercial populations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Arboreal Apiculture Salon offers a unique opportunity for the global arboreal apiculture community to connect and engage in symbiotic learning\, share innovative ideas\, and support one another. Join a multidisciplinary community from around the world for discussions and exchanges that foster a deeper connection to arboreal apiculture and apiology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCo-hosted by Cheyanna Bone\, Jonathan Powell (Natural Beekeeping Trust)\, and Michael Joshin Thiele (Apis Arborea). \nThe Salon is a free event\, serving communities around the globe. If you would like more info or have a suggestion for a topic/ speaker\, please send an email.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/arboreal-apiculture-salon-37-2/
LOCATION:Please join us for this live Salon
CATEGORIES:Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T113000
DTSTAMP:20241104T220619Z
CREATED:20241104T220619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T220619Z
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SUMMARY:Symposium at HoneyLove: Apian Networks and Regenerative Wilding\, with Michael Thiele
DESCRIPTION:HoneyLove\, a nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles\, has invited us to share a presentation about our work. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow beekeepers and advocates for honeybee protection. For more information about HoneyLove and their mission\, please visit their website. More info below. \nApian Networks and Regenerative Wilding (LocApiary) \nThe LocApiary Program is an innovative\, watershed-centric initiative that integrates features of self-sustaining wild honeybee populations. It aims to create regenerative networks of honeybee populations within local ecosystems and promotes self-willed ecological processes\, also called ‘wilding’. This program follows a symbiotic approach\, promoting collaboration between landscapes\, honeybees\, and humans. It combines cutting-edge life sciences research with traditional practices and integrates principles of deep ecology. Info for registration here.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/symposium-at-honeylove-apian-networks-and-regenerative-wilding-with-michael-thiele/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250116T101500
DTSTAMP:20241227T190106Z
CREATED:20241227T190106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T190106Z
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SUMMARY:Arboreal Apiculture Salon #36
DESCRIPTION:It will be an honor to have Felipe Mendes from Brazil as our guest at the Salon. We will meet with him in mid January and hope to have our interview with him published in February. Please note that this will be a recorded and not a live session of the Salon. \nFelipe is an arboreal and biodynamic beekeeper and consultant\, pioneering innovative approaches to animal stewardship through the use of TreeNests (log hives). He works with Apis mellifera scutellata hybrids (Africanized bees) and has collaborated with the Landless Workers’ Movement (Movimento dos Trabalhadores Rurais Sem Terra – MST) in Brazil\, a social movement that occupies unused farmland to promote sustainable agriculture and economic self-sufficiency. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Arboreal Apiculture Salon offers a unique opportunity for the global arboreal apiculture community to connect and engage in symbiotic learning\, share innovative ideas\, and support one another. Join a multidisciplinary community from around the world for discussions and exchanges that foster a deeper connection to arboreal apiculture and apiology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCo-hosted by Cheyanna Bone\, Jonathan Powell (Natural Beekeeping Trust)\, and Michael Joshin Thiele (Apis Arborea). \nThe Salon is a free event\, serving communities around the globe. If you would like more info or have a suggestion for a topic/ speaker\, please send an email.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/arboreal-apiculture-salon-36/
LOCATION:This Salon will be without live audience
CATEGORIES:Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T101500
DTSTAMP:20241112T172653Z
CREATED:20241112T172653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T172653Z
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SUMMARY:Arboreal Apiculture Salon #35
DESCRIPTION:It is on honor to have Dr. Jamie Ellis from the University of Florida as our guest at the Salon. We will meet with him in early December and hope to have our interview with him published by the middle of the month. \nDr. Jamie Ellis is the Gahan Endowed Professor of Entomology in the Entomology and Nematology Department at the University of Florida. He has a BS degree in Biology from the University of Georgia (USA) and a PhD in Entomology from Rhodes University in South Africa. At the University of Florida\, Jamie has responsibilities in extension\, instruction\, and research. Regarding his extension work\, Jamie works with assorted clientele through diverse programming such as the UF/IFAS Bee College and the UF/IFAS Master Beekeeper Program. As an instructor\, Jamie supervises PhD and masters students. Currently\, Jamie and his team have over 30 active research projects in the fields of honey bee husbandry\, conservation\, and ecology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Arboreal Apiculture Salon offers a unique opportunity for the global arboreal apiculture community to connect and engage in symbiotic learning\, share innovative ideas\, and support one another. Join a multidisciplinary community from around the world for discussions and exchanges that foster a deeper connection to arboreal apiculture and apiology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCo-hosted by Cheyanna Bone\, Jonathan Powell (Natural Beekeeping Trust)\, and Michael Joshin Thiele (Apis Arborea). \nThe Salon is a free event\, serving communities around the globe. If you would like more info or have a suggestion for a topic/ speaker\, please send an email.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/arboreal-apiculture-salon-35/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Salon
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241122T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241124T170000
DTSTAMP:20241104T205324Z
CREATED:20241104T205324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T205324Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Online Biodynamic Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the 2024 online Biodynamic Conference: Reimagining Agriculture\, an inspiring online event that explores how biodynamics can integrate the social\, spiritual\, and scientific aspects of farming to foster new possibilities. Celebrate 100 years of biodynamics with farmers\, gardeners\, educators\, students\, business people\, and more from across the U.S. and beyond. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Michael Thiele from Apis Arborea co-present in the three-day track: Honoring the Gifts of Animals. Be part of this unique gathering and help shape the future of agriculture! More information and for registratoion go here. \n 
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/2024-online-biodynamic-conference/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T200000
DTSTAMP:20240614T201849Z
CREATED:20240614T201849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T201849Z
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SUMMARY:Presentation at the Beekeepers’ Guild of San Mateo County
DESCRIPTION:This will be an introduction to the work and mission of Apis Arborea and perspectives of the wild conditions within which unmanaged honeybees are thriving.  For more information go to https://sanmateobeeguild.org/.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/presentation-at-the-beekeepers-guild-of-san-mateo-county/
LOCATION:Mateo County\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T170000
DTSTAMP:20240714T004133Z
CREATED:20240714T004133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240714T004133Z
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SUMMARY:TreeNest building Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an immersive one-day workshop in Sonoma County\, CA\, where you’ll learn to create a natural nesting site (TreeNest) for honeybees using Apis Arborea’s groundbreaking “wilding” approach to conservation. This innovative method focuses on supporting self-willed ecological processes\, rehabilitating natural nesting habitats\, and restoring the fundamental birthrights of honeybees. During this hands-on workshop\, you’ll: \n\nGain insights into the principles of arboreal apiculture\nLearn about biomimicry and its role in TreeNest design\nUnderstand the resilience and health benefits of wild\, unmanaged bee populations\nUse both traditional and contemporary tools to construct a TreeNest\nParticipate in practical\, hands-on work with logs\n\nThe workshop combines theoretical knowledge with practical application\, allowing you to fully engage with the transformative concept of “wilding” in honeybee conservation. \nTickets: 1) Regular Admission\, and 2) Workshop Ticket that includes one take-home TreeNest (limited availability). \nDon’t miss this opportunity to be part of a revolutionary approach to honeybee conservation and apiculture. Learn how to create a natural\, sustainable habitat for these crucial pollinators and contribute to their preservation in your own backyard. Space is limited\, so reserve your spot today and join us in pioneering new ways of living harmoniously with bees!
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/treenest-building-workshop/
LOCATION:Sebastopol\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T160000
DTSTAMP:20240731T181533Z
CREATED:20240731T181533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T181533Z
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SUMMARY:Field Trip to the Wild Honeybee Populations of the Galbreath Wildlands Preserve
DESCRIPTION:There is something truly awe-inspiring about witnessing honeybees flying in and out of their secretive wild abode nestled within a tree. Honeybees have been intertwined with trees since ancient times and constitute an evolutionary system. However\, nowadays\, when one thinks of a “honeybee hive\,” the first image that typically comes to mind is a white box in an apiary.  \nNumerous indicators suggest that wild honeybees exhibit remarkable resilience and longevity\, surpassing the health of their counterparts in managed apiaries. The intricate interdependencies within wild ecosystems appear to foster their flourishing. To delve into this phenomenon within our own bioregion\, Apis Arborea initiated a comprehensive 7-year research endeavor at the Galbreath Wildlands Preserve\, one of Sonoma State University’s Preserve. \nSince 2021\, nearly 50 wild honeybee trees have been identified and are subjected to monthly monitoring. Through this endeavor\, we’ve had the privilege of witnessing their intrinsic preferences and behaviors while delving into their life cycles and their role as integral members of a diverse pollinator community. Several research nesting sites have been established for climate monitoring\, and in 2023\, we collaborated with multiple universities for genetic sampling. The results of these efforts will be published later this year. \nIn an effort to extend this knowledge to our broader community\, we’re offering a rare chance to join us on a field trip to the Preserve. During this excursion\, we will spend the day exploring wild bee trees\, delving into the intricacies of our project and its discoveries\, and engaging in hands-on activities such as beelining. \nWe are looking forward to welcoming you for this trip into the Wild (please know that only a limited amount of tickets is available). \n“In observing bees in their most unadulterated state\, we often find our perceptions of them undergo a profound transformation. Indeed\, we may even discover that we ourselves are changed in the process”.  Jonathan Powell (wild honeybee custodian\, UK)
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/field-trip-to-the-wild-honeybee-populations-of-the-galbreath-wildlands-preserve-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T170000
DTSTAMP:20240809T212941Z
CREATED:20240809T212941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T212941Z
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SUMMARY:Meet and Greet with Matt Somerville (UK): A Conversation on Arboreal Practices & Wilding Honeybees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging afternoon with Matt Somerville\, a renowned activist and arboreal apiculturist from the UK\, as he shares his insights on the fascinating world of wild honeybees and their role in our ecosystems. This informal gathering will feature open discussions and a Q&A session\, providing a unique opportunity to learn about innovative approaches to sustainable beekeeping and pollinator conservation. Whether you’re a seasoned beekeeper or simply curious about the importance of bees\, this event promises to be both informative and inspiring. Don’t miss this chance to connect with Matt and explore the future of arboreal apiculture! We will meet at Apis Arborea in Sebastopol\, CA. Please send an email to info@apisarborea.org to reserve your seat (include number of people that will join you). This is a free event.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/meet-and-greet-with-matt-somerville-uk-a-conversation-on-arboreal-practices-wilding-honeybees/
LOCATION:Sebastopol\, CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T101500
DTSTAMP:20240712T220435Z
CREATED:20240712T220435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T220435Z
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SUMMARY:Arboreal Apiculture Salon #34
DESCRIPTION:It is on honor to have Ollie Visick from the University of Sussex\, UK\, as our guest at the Salon. Ollie Visick is a fourth-year PhD student at the University of Sussex\, UK\, studying wild honey bee colonies under the supervision of Professor Francis Ratnieks. His main areas of research are wild colony density and nest site availability. He has reviewed the colony density literature and conducted his own surveys in southeast England. He is monitoring over 40 honey bee nest sites on 6 estates in Sussex and Kent to calculate long-term changes in colony density. He has surveyed over 1\,000 ancient\, veteran and other listed trees at an additional 10 sites to determine whether they represent important nest sites for wild colonies. He has also used waggle dance decoding of honey bee swarms to assess whether wild colonies are limited by nest sites in mixed urban-rural areas. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Arboreal Apiculture Salon offers a unique opportunity for the global arboreal apiculture community to connect and engage in symbiotic learning\, share innovative ideas\, and support one another. Join a multidisciplinary community from around the world for discussions and exchanges that foster a deeper connection to arboreal apiculture and apiology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCo-hosted by Cheyanna Bone\, Jonathan Powell (Natural Beekeeping Trust)\, and Michael Joshin Thiele (Apis Arborea). \nThe Salon is a free event\, serving communities around the globe. If you would like more info or have a suggestion for a topic/ speaker\, please send an email.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/arboreal-apiculture-salon-34/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Salon
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T193000
DTSTAMP:20240212T035229Z
CREATED:20240212T035229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T035229Z
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SUMMARY:Project Presentations - Community based Conservation Projects
DESCRIPTION:As co-learners we share our experiences and knowledge gained in the field\, engaging in learning beyond theory and into life. As we engage in a co-creative dialogue with nature’s wisdom as active participants\, we have an opportunity to learn and evolve with life\, meeting its present needs.  The last meeting of the course is dedicated to the participants and their personal projects\, inquires\, questions\, and future projects. We are inviting everybody to join us for an open forum for mutual learning\, a lively discussion and exploration of new possibilities to live with Apians.  \n\nLink to Apian wisdom and consciousness\nCo-learners to share what was gained… learned…. Sharing\nCommunity based apian conservation programs\nModels for watersheds\nPilot projects\n\nThis live stream event promises to cultivate an environment conducive to interactive learning and robust discourse\, fostering vibrant exchanges among participants irrespective of their level of beekeeping expertise. Join us in reimagining the future of beekeeping\, harmonizing with the wisdom of the natural world. \nThis is the last of 7 sessions that also can be booked individually. Each session will be recorded and a link shared with participants. Scholarships available per request.You can register by choosing the ‘Last Session” ticket for the final session.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/project-presentations-community-based-conservation-projects/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Presentation at Napa County Beekeepers Association
DESCRIPTION:This will be an introduction to the work and mission of Apis Arborea and perspectives of the wild conditions within which unmanaged honeybees are thriving.  For more information go to https://www.beekeepersofnapavalley.org/.
URL:https://apisarborea.org/event/presentation-at-napa-county-beekeepers-association/
LOCATION:Napa County\, CA\, United States
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