Other OSU Extension Bee Programs
Oregon State University offers several programs related to bees. Explore the options below to find the best fit for you.
Oregon State University offers several programs related to bees. Explore the options below to find the best fit for you.
Are you interested in learning how to become a better beekeeper? Have you experienced problems in the past that you'd like to remedy? Do you want to help others learn about bees? The Oregon Master Beekeeper program is for you!
Participating beekeepers gain experience at three successive levels: Apprentice, Journey, and Master. Each level provides opportunities and support for additional learning, practice in the field, and community service.
If you have little or no experience, the 'Getting Started with Bees' Certificate Program is a great place to start. It is a stand-alone program that satisfies the curiosity of those who want to know more about bee biology and backyard beekeeping through online learning and discussion forums. No waiting list - join at any time!
Program fee required.
The BEE STEWARDS program is an introductory course on bee biology and habitat enhancement.
Our programs are based on the latest bee biology and ecology research from Oregon State University. This includes findings from the OREGON BEE ATLAS and other regional bee atlas programs.
The BEE STEWARDS program uses this data to help you select the best plants to support all types of bees in your habitat. This information is also distilled into high quality educational materials, which are available to students in the program for FREE.
Program fee required.
The BEE ADVOCATE program is designed for those interested in outreach and public education. This program is FREE and open to anyone who engages with the public, such as Master Gardeners or Master Beekeepers, anyone tabling at farmer's markets, delivering talks to school groups, and more.
Participants will learn to use bee educational resources available for FREE from Oregon State University, including infographic cards and seed packs.