Raising Mason Bees (in-person workshop)        

February 26        10:00 am           Saturday

Raising Mason Bees (in-person)                 Billie Bevers, WSU Master Gardener, will discuss the skills needed for raising Mason Bees.  Orchard Mason Bees are highly effective pollinators that are very non-aggressive and become active in early spring.  The the2-hour class covers equipment, seasonal management, bee biology, and management of pests. Participants will receive a Mason Bee house and cocoons of hibernating Mason Bees.  Enrollment is limited to 30 people. (walk-ins cannot be admitted), and masks covering the mouth and nose must be worn at all times in the building to protect all attendees.  The cost for the course is $30 per person. All attendees must pre-register and pay online.  We cannot accept checks or cash at the workshop. https://mason-bees.cheddarup.com  The class will be held in Longview, and the location will be provided after you have registered.