JCBA will be offering a Beginners Beekeeping Class.  The class will be held at the UMC Extension Office in Hillsboro, MO. on January 17, 2015.  For more information, call Wanda at 636-797-5391.

Dedicated to the growth, preservation, and distribution of beekeeping information in beautiful and historic Jefferson County, Missouri.  Our county is located approximately 40 miles southwest of St. Louis, Missouri.  Here nestled in the foothills of the Ozarks, one can find a mixed bag of land use. Uses include subdivisions, factories, mining, and agriculture.  Many feel it is the best of all worlds.

Jefferson County Beekeepers is pleased to announce that Tim Wibanks will be our special guest speaker on Tuesday. February 10, 2015.  Tim was raised working with bees and is the son of Reg Wilbanks.  The Wilbanks are widely known for their commercial  queen and package operation.  Wilbanks Apiaries, are one of the most highly regarded queen and package producers in the industry.  This meeting will be held at the Hillsboro City Hall, located at 101  Main St., Hillsboro, Missouri  63050.  We hope to see you there!