What is the MCBAPA?

The Montgomery County Beekeepers’ Association of Pennsylvania (MCBAPA), is an organization of hobbyist and professional beekeepers that serves Montgomery, Bucks and surrounding counties in Southeastern Pennsylvania. The mission of the association is to provide education, support, hands-on training and fellowship in all aspects of the beekeeping experience. We welcome experienced as well as novice beekeepers to participate in our monthly meetings, social events and field trips.

Membership Benefits

Some of the benefits of membership with MCBAPA are:

Participation in a variety of activities and meetings on advanced beekeeping topics.
Access to a variety of educational material.
Access to the club newsletter.

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Questions about joining MCBAPA?

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Upcoming events

MCBA Holiday Party

15 Dec 2019 6:00 PM

1115 Camp Hill Avenue (not road), Dresher, PA 19025
MCBA Board Meeting

14 Jan 2020 7:00 PM

Montgomery County 4-H Center
General Meeting

23 Jan 2020 7:00 PM

Montgomery County 4-H Center

We offer a variety of beekeeping services.
Are you a beekeeper that may have infected equipment? Or a homeowner with an intimidating swarm of bees in your tree? The MCBAPA and its members offer a variety of services that can help. From education to swarm removal, the MCBAPA works to promote honeybee health in our community.

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Register Your Hives!
Pennsylvania requires that every beekeeper in the Commonwealth be registered. The registration costs $10.00 for a two calendar-year period and covers all apiaries and hives owned by that person. Registration information can be found here on the Pennsylvania State Beekeepers website.

Irradiation
Hive equipment irradiation for American Foul Brood.

Swarm Control
Local beekeepers interested in capturing swarms.

Extractor Program
Members can rent an extractor.

About MCBAPA

Serving Montgomery, Bucks and surrounding counties in Pennsylvania, the MCBAPA is an association of hobbyist and professional beekeepers. Our mission is to provide education, hands-on training, support and fellowship in all aspects of beekeeping. Both experienced beekeepers and novices participate in our monthly meetings, field trips and social events.

Our meetings are held at:

Montgomery County 4-H Center
1015 Bridge Road (Route 113)
Skippack, PA 19426

General membership meetings are usually held the 4th Thursday of the month at 7 pm, but please check our calendar.

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