How I Got Started In Beekeeping - My Personal Story

Beekeeping changed my life. Here's my personal story of how I got started in Beekeeping and how and why I became a Certified Master Beekeeper. My passion is helping support and promote the beekeeping hobbyist through my online courses and by mentoring hundreds of beekeepers across the country.

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[wpankey]

That's a great story and very inspiring. Good job and well done. You earned the certification and now you're passing on all your hard work and knowledge to us!

[arlipscomb]

Back in the nineties the internet was young and the place to be for beekeepers was the Bee-L mailing list. Man that has been a long time.

[petpilgrimgoose]

Hi Dave, We are watching all your videos so it's taking some time! We are the brand new beekeepers in NH who won the hat recently. We just saw this and had to tell you how inspiring you are and how proud we are for you. Bravo! We still hope to take your course but we have to wait until it's on a half price sale to afford it. Well done you, and thank you for the help you provide. Adam and Mary in NH

[richarddriggers]

David, What a great video to be able to watch and take in how you've overcome those hard times and reached your goal. I am retired (twice), am 74 years old, and I have no such lofty goal to become a Master of the craft. However I am satisfied that I've made the right choice in selecting a person who I believe can teach and mentor me to become a good beekeeper and do the right things for our fuzzy hard working friends. Currently I'm studying for my Amateur Extra ham radio license. I am shooting for January to take the test for that piece of paper.

Keep up the excellent tutorials and educational videos. I think you do the best job out of all the other contributors I have watched over the past 2 months. Enjoy this upcoming closure. I hope you and Sheri have a nice vacation planned.

[timothyaure]

David. Your one of about a 1/2 dozen that I follow. I appreciate all you do to educate and pave the way for the rest of us. I'm a bit older so the master course in not in my sites but I'm still amazed at how being bitten by the bee bug holds me. Thank you!👍😉

[fortyarpent]

Thank you for “beeing” so sincere! What a great story. You are a great storyteller. Thank you for sharing!

[Max-posx]

Your a nice guy David. We need more people like you in the world 😊

[salembeeman]

David, thank you for the personal story. You are too humble about yourself. Anyone who watches your videos knows you are very knowledgeable. I was thinking of getting my self ready to start my journey towards the EAS MB Certification. I"m in my 3rd year of beekeeping and absolutely love it. Thanks for sharing such a personal story.

[johnbush]

Thank you for your videos. As a first year beekeeper I find them both interesting and informative and asking the best. I've been trying to devour all the information I can on bees to the point where my kids are like, "another bee video dad!?"

[CastleHives]

Enjoy back stories on folks. Thanks for sharing.

[johnrothenberger]

Thank you for sharing your first experience and how your passion for bees has grown into a life changing experience. I do not own any bees or equipment yet. I have want to learn and understand how it all works. Hopefully in the spring I will be starting. Looking forward to taking your online classes.

[nabhkumarraju]

Hello dear David, I m Dr. Nabhkumar raju ( naturopath) from Bombay ( India ) . Just saw your video..your journey as bee keeper...with lot of honesty you poured out your heart. Wonderful to know you. Godbless you. I m crazy abt honey...want to work for honey bees and pure honey. Pray for me.

[PawPawMountain]

Great Story David, I really enjoyed it! Hope all is going well, Thanks for all your information and videos!

[BlanchardsBees]

Thank you for this video! It is very insperational. I'm a first year beekeeper this year and after attending my first classes I have thought about going all the way and try to be a Master Beekeeper. But I think I need to get some experience under my belt first. I've been thinking of documenting my progress on YouTube as well. Thank you again for this great video.

[silverlady]

I love your story. I am always interested to hear how people get started.

[Barnwpk]

What an awesome story of your beginnings. This is my first year. I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you so much. I do believe I am hooked. I find them truly amazing

[kriegerkeepbees]

Enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing your story and adventures in becoming a Master Beekeeper.
This is my first year with bees. I have enjoyed every minute of it. I look forward to any time I can work with my bees. It is always great to watch you videos.

[klinzons]

I really enjoyed listening to your story.

[donbearden]

David, I enjoyed your story, thanks for telling it! Good luck on reaching the 50k.

[dmcgutube]

Found your videos, learning so much from you! Thank you for sharing your story, wisdom, and passion. We are new at this. Be safe and stay healthy!