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:
- Exploring the concept of Wilding and self-willed ecological processes
- Natural selection and apian agencies
- Population dynamics in our own watersheds
This 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.
Dates: Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00 pm PDT
- Session 1: March 19, 2025
- Session 2: April 16, 2025
- Session 3: May 21, 2025
- Session 4: June 18, 2025
- Session 5: August 20, 2025
- Session 6: September 17, 2025