The first of its kind! A conference dedicated to the special challenges of keeping bees in Northern climates.
UPPER PENINSULA BEEKEEPING CONFERENCE
We are happy to offer to our fellow beekeepers this educationally packed day that includes practical beekeeping information from our keynote speaker, Charlotte Hubbard. There will be many educational and informative breakout sessions. The conference will have something for everyone not just the beekeeper in mind. We have sessions on native pollinator habitats along with sessions geared towards beginners and seasoned beekeepers. There are four tracks to mix and match from; the beginner track, the advanced track, pollinator habitat/needs, and fun stuff! (candle, bees wax art, lotions, mead making, etc.) Vendors will be on site to meet all the beekeeping equipment needs of our attendees. Catering will be provided by Simply Superior, Northern Michigan University.
Tickets are $36 dollars on Eventbrite and $46 at the door, that includes a full day of jam packed pollinator and beekeeping information. Charlotte Hubbard is the Keynote speaker and will excite us with her story of how she has evolved into a beekeeper. There are four tracks of learning to choose from Beginner, Advanced, Pollinator/Habitat-related and Hive Products or mix and match sessions to meet your needs. Lunch will be included in your price for admission and put on by Simply Superior. Vendor will be on site check our web page and facebook site for more info as available. This is an excellent opportunity to call and order ahead of time and have orders delivered to the conference to save on shipping costs.
Eventbrite registration will open in January 8th
We have rooms reserved with 2 Hotels to meet your needs Just tell them you are with the Upper Peninsula Beekeeing Conference to receive a great discount! rooms are limited so act fast.
Country Inn and Suites 2472 US highway 41 W, Marquette MI 49855 Phone: (906) 225-1300 2 queen/1 king $92.00
Staybridge Suites 855 West Washington St, Marquette MI 49855 Phone: (906) 225-9901
2018/03/31 - 2018/03/31
Additional time info:
Check-in is from 8am to 9am
Extra Vendor Hour 4pm to 5pm.
NMU Seaborg Science Complex
2805 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI 49855