Beekeeping equipment

Ensure that all equipment is of good quality and suited to the specific needs of your beekeeping operation. The club has an array of tools that we can loan out to starters to get them going. Please consider supporting your local suppliers when acquiring equipment.

Hive Components:

  • Hive boxes (Supers)

  • Frames

  • Foundation

  • Hive stand


Protective Gear:

  • Veil

  • Protective suit or jacket

  • Gloves

  • Boots

Tools:

  • Smoker

  • Hive tool

  • Bee brush

  • Feeder

Processing Equipment:

  • Uncapping knife

  • Extractor

  • Strainer

  • Containers for honey storage


Optional Equipment:

  • Queen rearing equipment

  • Pollen traps

  • Protective fencing for apiary