I started working with honeybees at 14 years of age. I helped a friend inspect his many hives and even tried some extracting of honey. I was amazed by it and now 27 years later I still am amazed by the fascinating world of the honeybee. But this hobby is not for everyone. Hopefully you will know if beekeeping is for you by time you finish this Novice Beekeeping Course.
Work is a big part of beekeeping.
Hours and hours can be spent wiring foundation frames, nailing and gluing boxes, all before you even think of getting bees. I'll be adding box and frame assembly photos and techniques soon to this site. But be assured it can be a lull in your hobby unless you enjoy building and assembly lining projects. Equipment is not cheap and bees need to be insured for shipping. Lots of up front costs and modest reoccurring costs for medication and repairs.