Willie G's Honey/Bees

10/16/2026

10/14/2026

It's tomorrow night!!!
Remember to bring your honey in a squeeze bottle.

10/09/2026

I’d like to say “THANK YOU” to those who supported my small bee farm at Fort Payne Main Street Market this summer, and those who continue their support. The market season there has closed until next June. You might see me at a fall pop up event locally in the weeks to come. I’ll also continue to offer local pickup by appointment. Text or message me to schedule a time. Thanks again.

09/26/2026

MEETING DATE HAS CHANGED!
We will meet October 15, 2026.
Please bring your honey in a squeeze bottle.

09/02/2026

This Thursday Night 🐝🐝🐝!

08/06/2026

Important Meeting!!! We need you there. Keep Beekeeping!

07/29/2026

The NCDA&CS has confirmed the first established presence of the invasive yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina) in the state, in Matthews.

Beekeepers are asked to watch for hornets around hives exhibiting “hawking-like behavior.” This behavior is a distinctive characteristic to the yellow-legged hornet as they prey on bees. Their hives are another distinctive feature as they can grow much larger than other hornets nests and have a reddish, muddy color to them compared to gray colored nests of bald-faced hornets for example. Learn more below!

Full info: https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2026/07/27/ncdacs-confirms-first-finding-yellow-legged-hornet-state-asks-beekeepers-watch-predator-hornet

07/17/2026

I’m planning to be at the Fort Payne Main Street Market, Saturday morning , 7/18/26, from 8 - noon. Hopefully the weather will cooperate. I hope to see you there.

06/30/2026

Not sure about this guy, but don’t let that discourage you from attending.😃

06/29/2026

The Alabama Beekeepers Association Annual Fall Conference is set for September 18th and 19th at the Clanton Conference and Performing Arts Center in Clanton, Alabama…and you won’t want to miss it!

This Year’s Theme is: For Colony and Country (in honor of America’s 250th birthday)
We are excited to welcome confirmed keynote speakers Cory Stevens, Dr. James (Jim) Tew, and Jerry Hayes, as well as a great schedule of breakout classes, and the annual new beekeepers class series. This year’s program will offer something for every BEEK, from beginners to seasoned experts. And of course, we will have a room full of vendors selling all sorts of great equipment and other products.

Anticipated Topics include:
Candles/Beeswax
Creamed Honey
Lotions and Potions
Rendering Wax
Honey Show prep
Mead (beginner and advanced)
The Business of beekeeping (Laws, licenses, and taxes)
Planting herbs for bees
Diagnosing diseases
Cooking with Herbs and Honey
The state of the state (State Inspectors)
Tropilalaps
Swarms
New beekeepers class
New this year:
We will conclude on Saturday with “Ask the Experts” panel with our keynote speakers
The Honey Show will feature special entry categories centered around the conference theme, including a themed gift basket category in addition to the many other categories.
We will have a large honey tasting bar, where attendees can sample honey from across Alabama, across the country (including special varietals), and possibly even from around the world.
Registration is now open. This is a conference you won’t want to miss!

Member prices require membership prior to registration. Start or renew your ABA membership today.

Ticket prices include catered lunch on Friday and Saturday and a catered steak dinner Friday night. (Late registration does not include meals).

TICKETS
Early Bird –[Deadline July 31st]: Members ($140); non-members ($160)

Regular – [Deadline Sept. 12th]: Members ($150); non-members ($170)

Late/at the door – [After Sept. 12th]: Members ($150); non-members ($170) – [Meals Not Included]

*Refund policy – 100% minus $15 admin fee before last regular registration deadline. NO refunds after that date.

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ABA MEMBERSHIP https://alabamabeekeepers.com/join-the-aba/