Successfully Overwinter Honeybee Colonies with Confidence
Join veteran beekeeper, Gerald Posner, owner of Swaying Daisies Honeybee Farm, as he shares best practices and procedures for helping honeybee's successfully overwinter and thrive during and after the the harsh climate of Vermont. This honeybee course will have both practical and hands-on learning to give you the full experience.
Each attendee will have the opportunity to practice “best in class” activities to successfully overwinter their honeybee colonies. This course is designed for those that are currently beekeeping with established hives or have just started beekeeping.
During the classroom time, students will review and reference published articles as well as discuss concerns and tried and true or tired and failed experiences of overwintering bees.
During the time at the onsite CVU apiary, the following will be covered:
- Brood inspection.
- Frame / super / deep box adjustments.
- Formic Acid application
- Hive box configuration
- Insulation type & configuration
- Supplemental food, essential oil and vitamin applications.
Please dress according to the weather and bring beekeeping suits, or wear a white long-sleeved shirt, outdoors shoes and bring your beekeepers veil. (some extra veils will be available to borrow).
Gerald Posner
Instructor
Gerald Posner is a NY native from Brooklyn. During his studies at Cornell University Ag & Life Sciences College (CU) Gerald began his association and fascination with the honeybee.
At CU, Gerald's research revolved around controlled environmental growing (CEG) and alternate means to pollinate vegetable plants supported by NASA and overseen by Dr. Langhans. During Geralds extensive career in studying pollinators he has co-authored publications, sat on peer committees, and been caring for honeybees since 1985.
Gerald holds a Master in Sustainability Science Mgmt, and is also a 20 plus year NY State Certified Arborist. Since 202 Gerald is a full-time beekeeper in Hinesburg, VT. He has 26 colonies and sells his honey and bee products at various retail locations including the Shelburne and Burlington Farmers Markets as well as the Burlington Airport, and UVM.
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Instructors:
- Gerald Posner
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 8th 2026 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | Champlain Valley Union High School |
| Thu, Oct 15th 2026 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | Champlain Valley Union High School |
| Thu, Oct 22nd 2026 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | Champlain Valley Union High School |