Carmel Gerdsen wants residents to know that beekeeping is definitely a hobby that requires commitment.
Now in her 12th year as a beekeeper, Ms Gerdsen is responsible for the care of about 20 hives, each holding between 40,000-50,000 bees.
“They’re very intelligent creatures, the bees, and I think they need to be cared for with honour and respect,” she said.
“As you take care for the bees, you become more aware of the environment, and it helps you to take care of the environment.
“The more you’re dedicated the easier it will become.”
At the Iramoo Community Centre on Tuesday, April 4 at 10am, Ms Gerdsen will host a free introduction to beekeeping session and share her top tips with attending residents.
Manager Renae Paul said the centre will run a variety of sustainable living workshops for the community following a grant from Wyndham council.
“We understand the value of bees and the important role they play. We have run beekeeping sessions before and they were very popular,” Ms Paul said.
“Therefore, we wanted to provide the community with another opportunity to learn what is required to become a bee keeper and discuss the role of bees as pollinators and the impact bees have on our food supplies.
“Participants will learn the basics of becoming a beekeeper and things to consider before starting. No experience is needed. The workshop will cover; what you need to know before starting your own beehive, the benefits to keeping bees, bee traits, equipment needed and general hive management.”
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