About Us
The Olympia Beekeepers Association
The Olympia Beekeepers Association (OBA) are a non-profit organization that provides education, training, and support for beekeepers in Thurston and surrounding counties. Please consider becoming a member, as there as an array of member benefits.
Resources
For the Public and Members
- I want to be a Beekeeper
- Report a Swarm
- Beekeeping Vendors
- Monthly Meetings
- Beeline – Our Newsletter
Association Members are often available for events and education.
Members Only
Resources for Members
- Library
- Mentoring
- Education
- Ordering Bees
- Equipment
- Industry Speakers
Membership includes entire household.
Latest News
- February Meeting – Choosing the right hive typeNext Meeting? Debra Langley-Boyer, Choosing the right Hive type Monday, February 13th, 2023, 6pm to 8pm To join virtually use: TBA Where? Swantown Inn, The Grand Victorian Ballroom 1431 11th Ave SE, Olympia WA (Get Directions) Parking? Swantown Inn has limited car park space, but plenty of parking around the corner on Central. Only park (more…)
- Association meeting minutes – January 23, 202338 people in attendance Nathan reviewed the notes from the last board meeting. Additional notes: Speaker tonight: Alan Woods, Woods Bee Co.
- General Meeting – Alan WoodsMonday January 23rd 6pm To join virtually use: meet.google.com/ozo-aqdc-rhv
- Board meeting minutes – January 21,2023
Announcements
Apprenticeship Class starts Wednesday September 21st
It is not too late to become a member, or for current members to register for the Apprenticeship class. If you are new to beekeeping or need a refresher on the basics, now is the time to get ready for Spring 2023! See our Education section for more details.
Board Elections have been scheduled for November.
This is your chance to join the Board and make your mark on the club!
Members can make a nomination by clicking HERE!
Something to share?
Do you have a favorite beekeeping web site, article or video you’d like to share?
Send a link to: vicepresident@olympiabeekeepers.org
Swarm Season starts in April
Call the Olympia Beekeepers Association SWARM Coordinator at 360.515.1068 and we will coordinate finding a member who can respond to help you. It is important to have the following information;
- Location: Address
- Height from ground
- Access to the swarm
- Telephone contact number
- Any other pertinent information you can provide
Association Members can request to be on the Swarm Catchers List, administered by the Swarm Coordinator. Simply indicate in your profile that you would like to catch swarms.
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Member Login
Current Paid Members can log in here or the top right of the page. This will give you access to the Members Only section. Need help? Call the hotline on 360-515-7274, and select option 5. You will be given instructions and if none of those work you can leave a message and we will call you back to help.