Lancaster County Beekeepers Association of SC

08/25/2026

If you are looking for something truly unique for the beekeeper in your life please check this local collector and artisan out!

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08/10/2026

Congratulations to LCBA’s Landon Walters SC Youth Beekeeper of the year!

08/09/2026

Beekeepers - this is a link to county document mentioned at this months meeting.

Please note that this appears to be a proposal, not a final ordinance. Questions and inquiries on how this impacts local beekeepers should be directed to the county.

Lancaster County adopted its current Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) on November 28, 2016. Since its adoption, County staff and the development community have identified various issues within the UDO and, while some problems have been addressed during this time, many remain.

08/09/2026

Unlock the Buzz: Experience the Western Apicultural Society's August 'Art of Beekeeping' Virtual Monthly Event on vFairs!
Mini-Conference, August 13, 2026

Join Georgia Master Beekeeper and 2022 Georgia Beekeeper of the Year Dan Long, founder of EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment, as he shares the story behind his innovative 3D-printed queen rearing system. What began as a solution to a common beekeeping challenge has evolved into a complete line of specialty equipment designed to simplify and improve queen rearing.

Whether you're interested in raising your own queens or enjoy discovering new tools and techniques, this presentation offers practical insights into product development, queen rearing, and the innovations helping today's beekeepers succeed.

For more information and registration, please visit: https://wasevents.vfairs.com/en/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExS0luS0xYUjQ0OXk1cG5YbnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6HxCqFr7Mjueg8IwvRVk4nU4abyJNX8f5lt3l5l20HH4Qbh8UQnDvSNyiOcw_aem_pbp8ymtsXuCjOCgB0Ux-5A

08/08/2026

🍯 Have you reserved your seat yet?

Our Honey Tasting Experience at Windcrest Farm is almost here, and tickets for both August 20 & August 22 are selling quickly!

Join us for a guided tasting featuring exceptional honeys, learn how nectar source and region shape flavor, and discover why every honey tells a different story. Whether you’re a lifelong honey lover or simply curious, you’ll leave tasting honey in a whole new way.

✨ Taste.
✨ Learn.
✨ Compare.
✨ Experience the incredible diversity of honey.

Seats are limited, and once they’re gone, they’re gone!

🎟️ Grab your tickets today — link in our bio.

We can’t wait to share this sweet experience with you! 🐝💛

08/03/2026

More about this month's speaker. Join Us Thursday 8/6

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05/08/2026

If you were unable to attend last night’s club meeting - YOU MISSED OUT!

Trish Thompson of Pollen Peddlers provided a fantastic program and demonstration on apitherapy.
We had over 50 guests in attendance, an epic spread on the refreshment table, and a drool-worthy line up of items on the raffle table.

Thank you to all that attended, participated, and donated - YOU made last night special!

05/08/2026

When you and your bee club besties forget to coordinate whose turn it is to wear the grey polo…

05/07/2026

🐝 Calling all young nature lovers, future beekeepers, and insect enthusiasts! 🐝

We wanted to share a fantastic educational opportunity happening THIS Friday, May 9th through Clemson Extension & 4-H!

The Honey Bee Project Kick-Off will be held at Saluda Shoals Park in Columbia and includes:

🍯 Honey tasting with The Bee Cause Project
🐝 Hands-on honey bee learning activities
🦋 Entomology walk through the park
🔍 Insect collection & habitat exploration
🌿 Fun outdoor educational experiences

📍 The River Center at Saluda Shoals Park
5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia, SC 29212

⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
🥪 Pack a lunch and enjoy a picnic afterward!

This sounds like an incredible opportunity for kids and families to learn more about pollinators, insects, and the amazing world of honey bees through hands-on experiences.

Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring a water bottle, and get ready for a fun day outdoors!

📩 Questions? Contact: [email protected]

05/06/2026

And here it is your bloom calendar for May! What an unusual year so far in terms of weather — don't forget to water your bees as well as your garden! 🔥 💦
Don't be surprised if those blooms fall early. It's how they survive in drought conditions. Enjoy the start of the harvest 🐝 🍯

As ever many thanks to Ridgewood Apiary.