SIBA meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month starting at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion. Meetings are free and are open to the public.

Topics on introductory beekeeping tools and techniques, as well as learning opportunities for the more advanced beekeeper will be available. Guest speakers Jerry Hayes and Scott McArt.

Jeff Montag returns in March to run the topic of "Swarm Construction and Logistics" and will base his presentation on Tom Seeley’s book; Honeybee Democracy.

Jared has been discussing the restructuring of the division and the changes they are making to the apiary program.

Mike Champlin will do his 2023 Bee School presentation and demo numerous innovative ways to simplify and improve your beekeeping experience while saving time and money too. 

Outdoor Women at Big Oaks (OWBO) is a 1-day event designed for women who want to learn basic outdoor skills and outdoor appreciation through a variety of courses.

Jerry Hayes, editor at Bee Culture Magazine, will be discussing the all-important topic of mite measurement and mitigation. This one is not to be missed! If you plan to eat, you must reserve and pay for your meal ahead of time using the form within.

Purdue Field Day will be held on June 17, 2023 at Beck Agricultural Center in West Lafayette, Indiana.