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Local beekeepers say Humboldt Countys landscape and community fuel a thriving hobby
Summary
On Free Speech with CR, two teacher-beekeepers and hosts described how Humboldt Countys floral diversity, community clubs and local training help residents start hives, produce distinct local honeys and share beekeeping knowledge.
Molly Blakemore, host of Free Speech with CR, and co-host Dr. Keith Flamer spent a radio segment with two teacher-beekeepers to explore how beekeeping has become a prominent hobby in Humboldt County.
Beekeepers on the program described the countys floral variety, local classes and a cooperative bee club as key reasons for the activitys popularity. One guest, identified on-air as a beekeeper and teacher at CR, said, "It's a fun hobby. It's rewarding," and called curiosity central to the practice. The speakers emphasized that beekeeping in the county ranges from solitary backyard hives to coordinated local efforts to collect and…
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