John Olsavicky - Quigley's Bees

Quigley's Bees began a few years ago when I received an email from the Veterans Administration. In that email, the VA offered Vets an opportunity to take an 8-month course with Michigan State University. The program is called "Heroes to Hives". It's freely offered to all active duty, retired, and discharged Vets. 

This channel is the result of my desire to learn to become a beekeeper. Starting in the Spring of 2021, I began the course of study. Then in 2022, I bought my first two "NUCs" and began to record videos about my first year caring for my "girls". I learned so much that first year from my bees, but mostly I've learned how to notice the details of life around me. 

If you are interested in becoming a beekeeper, find a club in your area. It's a great way to get to know experienced beekeepers who will be happy to help you get started. Maybe someday you will become a mentor and share what you have learned with a new Beekeeper!