April 13, 2023 10:40 a.m. 

Douglas County Bees is now known as the Umpqua Valley Beekeepers Association.

Information from the group said they meet the first Wednesday of every month from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Abby’s Annex on Northeast Stephens Street in Roseburg. The group has educational opportunities available, mentorships, a beekeeping library, field trips and more.

Their swarm hotline is: 236-4732.

To find out more about the Umpqua Valley Beekeepers Association , go to www.umpquavalleybeekeepers.org, call 236-5952, or email: umpquavalleybeekeepers@gmail.com