June 18, 2025 3:05 a.m.

The Oregon State University Extension Service welcomes military veterans to attend the Bee Basic series starting this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The hands-on beekeeping experience is designed exclusively for military veterans. This introductory class will walk participants through the essentials of starting their own hive, from setup and gear to hive inspections and maintenance.

Attendees will learn:

*How to set up and manage a beehive

*Essential beekeeping tools and protective gear

*Techniques for inspecting and maintaining health hives

No experience is needed – just curiosity and a willingness to learn.

The series will continue in July and August at Fort Loomis in Roseburg. The address is given at registration. The cost is $30, but full scholarships are available. To register, visit: https://beav.es/iHt or call OSU Extension in Douglas County at 672-4461.