“Windbreaks & Winterization”

Chuck Bauer

This presentation covers everything to successfully keep your bees alive and healthy into next spring. Chuck has had tremendous success in overwintering his colonies. Learn from an expert what he does to keep his bees alive.

Chuck is in his 15th year as a beekeeper. He intended to have two “hobby” beehives; he now has 25. He says it’s still a hobby that keeps him out of trouble. He prides himself in successfully overwintering his colonies.

Chuck is a past board member of our club and our 2017 ‘Beekeeper of the Year.’

and a member of five different bee clubs. He does “bee presentations” at all five clubs plus other clubs.

He is past president of the Grand Rapids Area Bee Club and a past board member of the Michigan Beekeepers Association and their 2020 ‘Beekeeper of the Year.’ Chuck was awarded ‘Beekeeper of the Year 2020’ by the Michiana Beekeepers Association (Indiana).