2022 April 16 Honey Show Judging CLASS

Enrollment will open March 15 at 7 pm

TUITION: $50 and a current MSBA membership

PREREQUISITE: None

DATE: Saturday, APRIL 16 2022

TIME: 9:30AM - 4:30 PM  (9:00 Coffee & snacks, 9:30 Class)

LOCATION: Carroll County Public Library, 50 East Main Street, Westminster MD 21157

CLASS SIZE: Limited to the first 35 members who enroll.

TEXT BOOK: (INCLUDED!) A Handbook for Honey Judges and Beekeepers Exhibiting Hive Products, by James Thompson

THE DETAILS ON THIS PAGE ARE FROM A PREVIOUS CLASS, BUT GENERALLY REPRESENT WHAT YOU CAN EXECT. WE WILL UPDATE THIS INFO WHEN IT IS FINALIZED.

DESCRIPTION: This class will cover all of the basics of honey show judging.   It is ideal for everyone wanting to improve their honey show entries, and for people pursuing judging certification - although taking this class will not certify you as a Maryland Judge.

TEACHERS INCLUDE:

  • Cybil Preston, Maryland certified Honey Show Judges, Maryland State Apiary Inspector, owner Cybbees
  • David Morris, Maryland certified Honey Show Judges
  • Bill McGiffin, Maryland certified Honey Show Judges
  • Bart Smith, Maryland certified Honey Show Judges
  • Jim Fraser, Maryland certified Honey Show Judges Owner, Maryland Honey Company and former MSBA president

TOPICS INCLUDE

  • Judging philosophy
  • All forms of honey including liquid, comb, creamed, cut, chunk, frames and sections
  • Beeswax
  • Candles
  • Photos,
  • Arts and crafts
  • Gift baskets
  • Using refractometers (hands on)
  • Using polariscopes (hands on)
ADDITIONAL NOTES
  • Enrollment fees are non-refundable
  • Light snacks will be provided
  • Bringing your own lunch is recommended
  • If the library is closed due to weather, the class will be postponed.
  • Check your email for scheduling and other announcements

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