Craven~Pamlico Beekeepers Association

MONTHLY MEETINGS – JOIN US!

Join us the third Tuesday of every month (except November & December) at The American Legion Post 24 2107 S. Glenburnie Rd. New Bern, NC 28562.  Our “Bee Social” is informal and begins at 6:30 pm.  Meetings start at 7:00 pm and are open to the general public.

Want to help inspect bee hives? Please see our calendar for Apiary Inspection dates and times. Be sure to bring your bee suit with veil and gloves! The Club’s Apiary is located behind the Craven County Extension at 300 Industrial Drive. New Bern, NC.

LATEST NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Unfortunately, we will not be hosting a 2026 Beginners Beekeeping School. Please check with other local clubs or visit back to register for our 2027 class.

2026 Club Membership dues are $15, Make Checks payable to Craven Pamlico Beekeepers Association. Pay in person during a regular meeting or contact the board for a mailing address. 2026 CPBA Membership Form

2026 State Dues can be paid at NCSBA, click here.

MISSION

The Craven/Pamlico County Beekeepers Association exists to promote and preserve the continued healthy existence of honey bee colonies in Eastern North Carolina.

GOALS & OBJECTIVES

Foster goodwill between humans and honey bees.

Provide educational opportunities for beekeepers, prospective beekeepers and the general public.

Support honey bee colonies in Eastern North Carolina.

Maintain a club apiary to identify bee issues, patterns, trends, etc.

Provide a support network for our members and existing beekeepers.

Mentor new and/or prospective beekeepers.

Partner with other bee friendly organizations, including the North Carolina State Beekeepers Association.

Get to know your Local Beekeepers Association

The “CPBA” is your local chapter of the North Carolina Beekeepers Association “NCSBA”.

In conjunction with the NC Extension Services, and NCSU, many educational opportunities are available to beekeepers at all levels from novice to expert. Although not a requirement, Many beekeepers enjoy participating in the Master Beekeepers Program “MBP” which offers different levels of certification upon achievement.

CPBA Membership benefits include:

• Workshops

• Educational lectures

• Mentoring by more experienced beekeepers

• Hands on training in the CPBA apiary (we maintain several colonies)

• State and Local fellowship

CPBA offers annual beekeepers classes “Bee School”

Bee School will be advertised on our Facebook page and this website.

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CONTACT US!

2025 CPBA BOARD MEMBERS