UGA Extension - Jackson County

What a great day with Jackson County Georgia 4-H!

The Jackson County Cooperative Extension Office is offering a “Beekeeping 101” class presented by Certified Master Beekeeper and co-owner of Ally Bees, David Bailey. The class will take place on February 28th, 2026, from 9am to 12pm, at the Jackson County Extension Office.
255 Curtis H Spence Drive, Jefferson, GA 30549
The cost for registration is $10 dollars
Questions and Topics that will be covered in this class
1. How to manage a beehive throughout the year?
2. Basic biology of the honeybee
3. What equipment do I need to start beekeeping
4. How do I harvest honey?
5. Plants and flowers that are” honeybee friendly”
6. Basics of Beekeeping FAQ’s
7. Where and how can I get my honeybee colony
Additional, There will be opportunities to be hands on inside a beehive colony
For more information and to register/pay for the Beekeeping 101 class, please contact the Jackson County Extension Office by phone at 706-367-6344 or by email at [email protected].

Please complete registration at https://forms.gle/o6bAeto1VGaR1c237

Congratulations to our fearless leader Greg Pittman. He was recognized by the Jackson County Board of Commissioners for receiving the 2025 County Extension Coordinator of the year award.