The course focuses on keeping bees for their own sake, rather than simply for the products of their labour. (Although if there is a surplus of honey, we will be pleased to have some for ourselves!) A revolutionary beekeeping course about sustainable, chemical-free, 'natural' beekeeping, with no heavy lifting. Philip shows you how you can make everything you need, using recycled materials and simple tools. If you are already a keen gardener, you may have considered the idea of having a beehive or two in your garden, but been put off by the cost and complications of conventional beekeeping equipment. Philip will show you how keeping bees can be much easier than you think, while costing much less than you think, especially if you can do simple woodwork yourself.
Philip Chandler, author of 'The Barefoot Beekeeper' introduces you to natural beekeeping, including the theory and practical techniques for a sustainable, organic approach to cultivating Bee bee colonies. You'll learn:
Nature Conservation
Study at your own pace
In partnership with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), Andy McIndoe (Chelsea Flower Show Gold record holder) will teach you how to create a beautiful garden which is a haven for wildlife. Learn how to create a garden for wildlife and how to attract attracts birds, bees, insects, butterflies…
Forestry + Woodlands
Starts September 2024
Climate change and biodiversity loss are the twin challenges of our time. Study a woodland ecology and conservation degree to become part of the solution by gaining expertise in forest management, biodiversity and woodland conservation.
Water + Catchments
Starts September 2024
An abundance of rivers, lakes and coastline on your doorstep will inspire your marine conservation degree studies and prepare you to make a difference to the environmental conservation of our planet. With a shortage of marine and freshwater scientists in the UK, there’s never been a better time to…
Nature Conservation
Starts September 2024
Are you passionate, engaged and want to protect animals and their habitats? We are here to help, with an animal conservation foundation degree designed by researchers renowned for their expertise in the science of wildlife conservation. Your foundation year in Carlisle will lay a solid foundation…
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