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SUMMARY:SIBA General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Topic TBA\, stop back soon! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-general-meeting-3/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T200000
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SUMMARY:SIBA General Meeting - David Hocutt
DESCRIPTION:TBoI president\, David Hocutt will be on hand to review what to expect from TBoI and a couple upcoming Eastern Apiary Society (EAS) events coming to our region. \nHe'll then follow with a presentation on Bee Biology. He did this presentation for us back in Nov. of 2021\, and it was well-received. It will be a good review for experienced beekeepers\, and will be very enlightening for newer beekeepers. Look forward to seeing everyone there! \nSIBA at the State Fair \nWe will be manning the State Fair TBoI booth on Saturday\, August 8th.  If you are interested\, contact Mary Ruehl. She's working on gathering names of volunteers. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-general-meeting-3-7/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T013825Z
CREATED:20260506T013825Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA General Meeting - Hives for Heroes - Ron Ray
DESCRIPTION:For May\, SIBA welcomes Indiana Hives for Heroes coordinator\, Ron Ray. Every day\, Veterans and First Responders come home carrying wounds most people never see. Hives for Heroes meets them where they are and gives them what so many are still searching for: purpose\, community\, and a reason to keep going. \nFounded in 2018 with one hive in Houston\, Hives for Heroes is now the largest beekeeping network in the United States\, 10\,000+ Heroes strong\, in every state in the nation. \nWe invite one and all to attend! Spread the word to our veterans and first responders! \nFood will be available to order from The Dive Bar and Grill\, but no alcohol in the  meeting space. \n-- \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-general-meeting-3-6/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T200000
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SUMMARY:SIBA General Meeting - Splits\, Jason Morgan
DESCRIPTION:The topic for April will be splits! Splitting hives is one of the most useful tools in beekeeping... whether you’re trying to prevent swarming\, increase colony count\, or recover from losses. The “best” method really depends on your goal\, timing\, and what resources (bees\, brood\, queens) you have available. \nJust ahead of Jim Orem's Saturday field day on April 18 and the fact we're heading into splitting season\, a discussion on splits is perfectly timed. Jason Morgan will lead the meeting with a review of the Whats\, Whys and Whens of different types of splits\, in an open discussion format. We'll discuss different types of splits and when you might use one versus another. \nUPDATE: View the Slide Deck Jason presented at the meeting. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-general-meeting-3-5/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260210T203639Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA General Meeting - Garry Reeves
DESCRIPTION:At our March meeting\, SIBA founding member Garry Reeves will present “My Journey into Beekeeping: The Good\, the Bad\, and the Ugly.” Garry has grown his operation to more than 200 hives and brings decades of hands-on experience to the table. With healthy\, prolific honey-producing bees\, he’s truly seen it all—successes\, setbacks\, and plenty of hard-earned lessons along the way. Garry will share the mistakes he’s made\, what he’s learned from them\, and practical tips and insights that beekeepers at any stage can take back to their own apiaries. This is a talk you won’t want to miss. 🐝 \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-general-meeting-3-4/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20251027T163310Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA General Meeting - Kent Williams Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Kent Williams is a commercial beekeeper with operations based in Western Kentucky and Mississippi\, is an EAS Master Beekeeper and EAS past President\, and moves hives across the US for the pollination of various crops including California almonds. With 30+ years of experience and 1\,600 colonies\, he is a frequent and popular speaker at many state and national beekeeping conferences. \nKent’s career highlights and activities include: \nCommercial Beekeeper: Williams engages in crop pollination services\, honey and nucleus colony production\, and raising thousands of queens each year. \nEducator and Mentor: He is a respected educator who frequently offers his firsthand knowledge and training free of charge. He established the 3-day Kent Williams Bee School in conjunction with the Lake Barkley Beekeepers Association\, held on his Wingo\, KY farm each spring and also provided at no charge to participants. \nSpeaker: Known for his down-to-earth\, engaging\, and humorous presentations\, Williams frequently speaks at events for the EAS\, Heartland Apicultural Society (HAS)\, and numerous state and local associations. \nInventor: He is the designer of the Kent Williams™ Hive Tool. \nOrganization Leadership: Williams formerly served as the president of the Eastern Apiculture Society and the Lake Barkley Beekeepers Association. In 2024\, he was awarded the Charles and Evelyn Divelbiss Beekeeper of the Year Award by EAS for his outstanding contribution to educating the public. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-general-meeting-3-3/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T200000
DTSTAMP:20251027T163412Z
CREATED:20251027T163015Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Debbie and Mike Seib will visit us at the January 15th\, 2026 SIBA meeting.  \nThis is always been a good opportunity to promote the February bee school\, TBoI\, and any regulation updates.  Since they have just returned from the American Bee Federation conference in Mobile\, it will be a good opportunity for them to update us on that conference\, and all things ABF.  They will also be able to provide update on the threat of Tropilaelaps Mites. See you there! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-general-meeting-3-2/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T200000
DTSTAMP:20251104T125731Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation on "Late Winter and Early Spring Beekeeping" by HappBee Acres Bee Farm in Batavia\, Ohio. Kevin and Liz offer a wide range of beekeeping products at their store\, where they supply beekeepers who are just getting started all the way up to folks who have been keeping bees for 30 years. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-29-5/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20251027T162207Z
CREATED:20251027T162142Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Local 4th generation farmers\, Allen and Jayme Beneker\, gave a very informative presentation on their plans and process for building a new Regional Agricultural Education & Event Center\, which will be located on their Beneker Family Farms\, in southern Franklin County.  They currently operate a self-serve retail store on their farm\, where besides selling their own farm raised beef\, they sell locally produced honey products and other regionally produced food items. \nWhen complete\, their event and learning center will house multiple inspected commercial kitchens\, not only for their processing needs\, but for other food producers and educators to use for their own processing and educational opportunities.  The facilities will be available for various meetings\, seminars and conferences\, as well as receptions and other group gatherings.  They envision holding festivals on the campus as well.  These facilities and operation will be a great addition to our regional community\, and a valuable resource for local beekeepers and other food and goods producers in the area.  The Benekers hope to break ground yet this year\, with completion in the fourth quarter of 2026. \nDEMONSTRATION/ROUNDTABLE:\nAdditionally\, SIBA member\, Jeff Montag\, demonstrated mixing the granulated sugar and filling a candy-board for use on overwintering colonies.  In the process\, he facilitated round-table discussion and Q&A on the benefits of candy-boards\, how to make them\, and what to expect during the winter when using them.  It was a good group discussion with great input added from the club members on hand.  The completed candy-board was given away as one of several door prizes. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20250911T190725Z
CREATED:20250825T164545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T190725Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Don Burkart
DESCRIPTION:Don Burkart will be leading a round-table discussion on different winter prep options\, what to look for if a colony may need some help going into winter\, and what to expect in our hives over the next few months. \nWhether this is your 1st year of beekeeping or your 20th\, all opinions\, perspectives\, and questions on winter preparedness are welcome. Join us at our next meeting to listen\, learn\, and share! \nAlso\, book your spot at the Aurora Farmers Fair booth! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-29-4/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20250818T175325Z
CREATED:20250818T174345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T175325Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Honey Harvesting and Mite Management
DESCRIPTION:Duane Bischoff will be leading a discussion on honey harvesting and extraction (the topic we had lined up for July) and we'll touch on mite management and mitigation. \nWhether you’ve been harvesting for years or you’re about to do it for the first time\, bring your questions and join the conversation. \nAnother critical issue we face this time of year: Varroa mites and treatment strategies. By August\, Varroa destructor—those tiny\, red-brown parasites we all know and dread—are nearing their population peak\, just as your colonies are raising the bees that will carry them through winter. This is where it all comes together: if you want healthy bees in spring\, your success starts now. \nVarroa mites do more than just weaken bees by feeding on their fat bodies. They also spread viruses\, like Deformed Wing Virus (DWV)\, that cripple bees and entire colonies. And here’s the kicker: mite damage in late summer often doesn’t show up until it’s too late—usually as a dead-out in early spring. \nIf you’ve got questions\, ideas\, or just want to listen in and learn\, don’t miss it\, and bring a friend! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-29-3/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T200000
DTSTAMP:20250714T140633Z
CREATED:20250714T140632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T140633Z
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SUMMARY:Roundtable Discussion - Honey Harvesting and Extraction
DESCRIPTION:Duane Bischoff will lead a roundtable discussion on honey harvesting and extraction. Now that you put in all the work to get a nice honey crop\, what next?? Come to the meeting and bring your questions and maybe a friend! Meetings are open to all! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-29-2/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T200000
DTSTAMP:20250604T151426Z
CREATED:20250601T134009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T151426Z
UID:10000398-1750357800-1750363200@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Mike Champlain
DESCRIPTION:Do you avoid doing mite testing because it’s a painful process or worry about mistakenly washing a Queen? Maybe you’re looking for an easier more accurate way to measure your mite counts. At the June meeting\, Mike will be demonstrating his stress-free approach for sampling & testing colonies for varroa mites. See you there! \n--\nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-27/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20250612T165214Z
CREATED:20250519T180528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T165214Z
UID:10000397-1747333800-1747339200@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Expanding the Apiary
DESCRIPTION:Jeff Montag will lead a round-table and dive into the essential strategies for successfully establishing and expanding a new bee colony. From selecting the right hive location and managing initial feeding to monitoring queen performance and encouraging healthy brood development\, participants will share firsthand insights and proven techniques. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20250407T160734Z
CREATED:20250319T180528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T160734Z
UID:10000396-1744914600-1744920000@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Jared Spokowsky
DESCRIPTION:Jared Spokowsky will be doing a presentation on Varroa Treatments; Cost and Effectiveness. We will review basic varroa biology and how that relates to the use of different treatments. We will compare the efficacy\, timing\, costs\, and other factors that might make treatments more or less effective. Year after year\, addressing varroa is the single biggest factor separating successful and unsuccessful beekeepers. Let's dig in together to improve our beekeeping outcomes. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-28/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.indianahoney.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/jared-spokowsky.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T200000
DTSTAMP:20250319T153725Z
CREATED:20250317T133830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T153725Z
UID:10000395-1742495400-1742500800@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Jim Orem
DESCRIPTION:Jim Orem will be leading discussion on performing colony splits\, for loss replacement and increase. \nSplitting colonies is a basic "tool" every beekeeper should know. There are several methods and purposes for splitting colonies including swarm control and increasing the number of colonies in your apiary. \nCome and learn what splitting is all about and bring your questions while Jim takes us through the process this Thursday at the Sunman American Legion at 6:30pm. Meetings are free to the public and all are welcome! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-26/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.indianahoney.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/jim2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T200000
DTSTAMP:20250210T132247Z
CREATED:20250210T132246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T132247Z
UID:10000394-1740076200-1740081600@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Swarming Round Table
DESCRIPTION:Swarm prevention\, and the practical care of swarmed colonies \nHoneybees will swarm this spring\, and it’s not too early to be planning for the natural swarming instincts of your honeybee colonies.  Bring your thoughts\, practices and questions regarding swarm prevention and utilization\, for open discussion led by Jeff Montag. If you have unique devices for swarm prevention and collection\, feel free to bring them along for show-and tell! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-25/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.indianahoney.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/jmontag.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T200000
DTSTAMP:20241119T190040Z
CREATED:20241119T185819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T190040Z
UID:10000385-1737052200-1737057600@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Mike & Debbie Seib
DESCRIPTION:Mike and Debbie Seib will visit and give us an update on the Indiana Bee school\, the American Bee Federation and talk about Tropilaelaps mites! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nSIBA Instagram Page\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-24/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.indianahoney.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/seibs.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T200000
DTSTAMP:20241113T204025Z
CREATED:20241028T014712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T204025Z
UID:10000384-1732213800-1732219200@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Mike Champlin
DESCRIPTION:For November... Mike Champlin will be demonstrating how he makes his wooden candy board frames\, including the tools needed.  Jeff Montag will demo making up the sugar/candy to fill Mike’s candy board.  The completed and filled candy board will be auctioned off\, thereafter. \nWe'll then roll into a Q&A/Roundtable discussion and answer all your fall and winterization questions! Grab a pen and paper... and a friend and we'll see you at the legion! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-23/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.indianahoney.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/MikeChamplin.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T200000
DTSTAMP:20241011T191610Z
CREATED:20241011T191517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T191610Z
UID:10000383-1729189800-1729195200@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:First year beekeeper\, Rob Campton will give a short review of his first full year of beekeeping. Rob has been a SIBA member for a little over a year now. This is always a great session for new beekeepers since many questions are asked and answered that more seasoned beekeepers often forget about. Its never too late to learn\, or remember something new. We'll aways welcome first\, second and third year beekeepers willing to step us through their season in an effort to talk about things they've done right\, and wrong! Join us this month\, and bring a friend! Always free to all. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-22/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T200000
DTSTAMP:20240914T111548Z
CREATED:20240914T111337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240914T111548Z
UID:10000382-1726770600-1726776000@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Winter Preparation!
DESCRIPTION:The topic this month is Winter Preparation! We'll lead a round-table style meeting and welcome comments and questions form all! See you there! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-21/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T200000
DTSTAMP:20240816T180017Z
CREATED:20240816T164248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T180017Z
UID:10000381-1723746600-1723752000@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Round table with Jeff Montag
DESCRIPTION:For August\, Jeff Montag will lead a round table discussion on mite monitoring and control. The honey is harvested and now it's time to check in on the health of your hives. Seasoned beekeepers will argue that the next years bee season starts NOW because now is the time to get an accurate measurement of the mite loads in your colonies. Now is the time to understand if you really need to treat your colonies before the weather gets chilly and time runs out. Bees that go into the winter with higher mite loads get sick and end up perishing in the spring from a variety of diseases. Many of us are pinching queens and replacing them with known stock while others choose a treatment to knock mites down to acceptable levels. \nThis is a great opportunity to bring the burning mite questions that you've been meaning to ask! Mite mitigation efforts now really pay off in the spring and get your colonies off on the right foot. Join us Thursday and bring a friend! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-20/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.indianahoney.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/jmontag.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T200000
DTSTAMP:20240605T154021Z
CREATED:20240415T114343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T154021Z
UID:10000380-1721327400-1721332800@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Mike Bentz
DESCRIPTION:Our own Doc Bentz will present on "Post-harvest clean-up and Winter Preparation." What to do with our supers after robbing the last honey harvest and how should we store the over the winter? Winter preparation keeps the beekeeper just as busy as waking up the hives in the spring. After a long\, tiring season\, it's important to pay due attention to winter storage and clean-up so that our drawn comb and other equipment is ready to go for the next season. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-18/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.indianahoney.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/mike-bentz.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T200000
DTSTAMP:20240528T210737Z
CREATED:20240528T203603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T210737Z
UID:10000379-1718908200-1718913600@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Ella Wheeler
DESCRIPTION:Our June 20th meeting presenter is Ella Wheeler.  Ella is a member of the Northeast Indiana Beekeepers Association\, a 2024 graduate from  Bluffton High School and has been selected the 2024 Indiana Honey Queen\, which has allowed her to enjoy getting to know beekeepers from across the state.  Ella began in beekeeping at the age of 10 with her dad and three hives.  Now with the help of her younger brothers they have grown their operation to 250 hives.  Ella will be presenting on her background\, and how she got into beekeeping. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-19/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T200000
DTSTAMP:20240508T211607Z
CREATED:20240507T161126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T211607Z
UID:10000378-1715884200-1715889600@www.indianahoney.org
SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Hive Inspections!
DESCRIPTION:Irvin and Shannon will lead us through some hive inspections in the colonies outside the legion. Come with your veils\, and a chair if you like. Afterwards\, we'll go inside and open up the roundtable discussions! See you there! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-17/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunman American Legion 412 Eastern Ave. Sunman 47041 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=412 Eastern Ave.:geo:-85.0895288,39.2352453
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T200000
DTSTAMP:20240415T112502Z
CREATED:20240410T161126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T112502Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Tyson Hermes
DESCRIPTION:Tyson Hermes will cover the topic of splits! Have you wanted to increase your apiary without purchasing packages or nucs from other beekeepers?  Then this is the talk for you. Tyson will explain a simple way of splitting a winter-survivor colony to produce 3 or 4 (up to 8!) new colonies! Splits also help facilitate a robust honey crop and is a form of varroa control as it disrupts the brood with what is called a brood-break. \nTyson Hermes is a Catholic\, a husband to Julie\, a dad to 3 kids\, a beekeeper for 14 years\, a construction business owner\, a ski instructor\, and an Erlanger city councilman. When Tyson started beekeeping\, he was mentored by Jim Orem and Paul Lageman.  Since then\, Tyson has mentored dozens of new beekeepers\, and frequently gives talks to generate interest in the craft. Tyson’s primary goals in beekeeping is to produce nucs for sale\, and to help new beekeepers get started. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-16/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T200000
DTSTAMP:20240315T232047Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Bryan Copeland
DESCRIPTION:Bryan Copeland will cover the topic of building swarm traps and trapping swarms. This is a good one even for new beekeepers. Instead of buying bees and bringing them in from another region\, why not trap local bees already acclimated to our area\, and best of all\, they're free! Building a couple swarm traps is simple\, and cheap! It's time to get those traps ready as swarm season is among us! Bring your questions as we'll break out into a round table discussion after Bryan's presentation. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-15/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T200000
DTSTAMP:20240207T203203Z
CREATED:20240206T171126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T203203Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Creamed Honey
DESCRIPTION:Robin Montag will present the process and needs of making creamed honey. Creamed honey is also known as spun honey or whipped honey and has a smooth\, spreadable consistency due to controlled crystallization. Those of you who already make creamed honey\, please feel free to add to the conversation and even bring samples of your own if you like! After Robin's presentation\, with the busy season just around the corner\, we will have a roundtable to discuss questions and concerns as a group. So bring your questions and we'll see everyone there! \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-14/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T200000
DTSTAMP:20231212T171607Z
CREATED:20231212T171606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T171607Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA Monthly Meeting - Debbie & Mike Seib
DESCRIPTION:Debbie & Mike Seib will be at the January meeting to discuss and promote the (February) bee school.  They will also review some of what went on at the American Bee Federation conference\, which will have taken place the week prior to the meeting\, in New Orleans. \nIf you've missed a previous newsletter\, find them all archived here. \nSIBA Meetings occur the 3rd Thursday of each month through the year with topics being added to the event ahead of each meeting. Meetings are held at 6:30pm at the Sunman American Legion unless otherwise stated ahead of time in the newsletter and website. We're also looking for volunteers to help make the club GO. Contact us to let us know you are interested in helping out! \nCheck the website or Facebook for the latest information. \n\nSIBA Facebook Page - General Announcements\, etc.\nDiscussion Group - Bee questions answered within 24 hours
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-monthly-meeting-2-13/
LOCATION:Sunman American Legion\, 412 Eastern Ave.\, Sunman\, 47041\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Montag":MAILTO:jamontag@etczone.com
GEO:39.2352453;-85.0895288
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230813
DTSTAMP:20230526T172758Z
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SUMMARY:SIBA at the State Fair Saturday August 12th
DESCRIPTION:The Indiana State Fair is coming up fast. August 12th is the day the club is on board to run the Honey booth in the Hort/Ag building. We could use your help! The Fair is the main fundraiser and an important educational opportunity for the Beekeepers of Indiana. It is a good chance for SIBA to raise some funds as well. The club will benefit from your help and SIBA is going to cover your cost of parking. \nMost of what you will do is retail work and no great beekeeping knowledge is required. You get into the Fair for free\, work a six hour shift and have the rest of the day for your own fun. The booth makes a great place to regroup and cool down and store things you don’t want to drag around the grounds till you go home. Please come join us! \n\n \nContact Jeff Montag with any questions! \nVisit the fair website by clicking here.
URL:https://www.indianahoney.org/event/siba-at-the-state-fair-august-14th/
LOCATION:Indiana State Fairgrounds and Event Center\, 1202 E 38th St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46205\, United States
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