ABQ Beeks Swarm Training
Sat, Mar 07
|Albuquerque
Participants will learn how to properly respond to and deal with actively swarming bees, including proper protocol and basic etiquette. This training is only for new members who have not caught swarms before. If you are an existing member already on the swarm list, you do not need to attend. Choose ONE of two dates: March 7 or March 21. Both classes run from 2:00 PM until we finish (usually around 5:00 PM) at our 1801 Bellamah Ave location.
Time & Location
Mar 07, 2026, 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Albuquerque, 1801 Bellamah Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA
About the event
Join ABQ Beeks for our ABQ Swarm Training, a focused session designed specifically for new members who have not yet caught a swarm. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to properly respond to and manage actively swarming bees, with an emphasis on safety, calm decision-making, and respect for both bees and property owners.We’ll walk through proper swarm protocol and basic field etiquette step-by-step, so you know what to do from the moment a call comes in until the bees are safely collected. You’ll get an overview of swarm behavior, how to assess a situation on arrival, and best practices for communicating clearly and confidently with the public. This training is required for new members who want to be added to the ABQ Beeks swarm list. You only need to attend ONE of the two available dates—March 7 or March 21, starting at 2:00 PM and typically wrapping up around 5:00…