Special Guest: Steven Page shares how to reduce swarming and increase honey production using the demaree method (November 12, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Steven Page has been beekeeping for almost two decades. Twelve years ago, he founded Coweta Sustainable Beekeeping, a simpler, better way to manage honey bees. He has shared these methods at local, state, and national association meetings. Over the years, Steve has taught at many workshops.

He enjoys teaching and has mentored many people over the past 18 years. Steve manages Barrington Farms Apiary in Coweta County, which has over 50 colonies. He is certified through the Georgia Master Beekeeping Program and is the past president of the Coweta Beekeepers Association where he also served on the board for many years.

The Demaree method gives beekeepers a way to manage their colonies as they rapidly grow in the spring. It reduces swarming and allows for a very large, strong colony by the time the nectar flow starts. If you are working to overwinter your bees and are looking forward to honey next year, this topic will be of interest to you.

December Meeting: Getting Ready for Spring (December 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 23:30:00 GMT

At this meeting, we'll be focusing on the winter to-do list and things you should be thinking about and doing to be ready for spring.

Learn about cleaning and storing equipment, knowing what to order, etc.

Etowah River Beekeepers upcoming events

Special Guest: Steven Page shares how to reduce swarming and increase honey production using the demaree method (November 12, 2026)

December Meeting: Getting Ready for Spring (December 10, 2026)