What???? You aren't a certified Jedi Master beekeeper? How could you possibly have given me such great, spot-on advice without a piece of paper? Oh, I get it, experience! If anyone discredits you because of a lack of paper, dismiss them politely and wish them luck. I have found you to be a great wealth of knowledge and you have never steered me wrong. You've got a great channel! Mind you, I applaud anyone who puts forth the effort and the knowledge gained by such effort, but experience trumps paper in my book.
100%, I've been working with bee's since I was about 8 years old, so around 35+ years. Nobody in my family has ever been a master beekeeper, yet I'm 3rd generation with hundreds of colonies in my 4 yards. I have local "master" beekeepers I am friends with, and they still run stuff by me once and a while, or send someone my way. I just know what I know, and I don't think paper proves you know everything. Hell, I don't know everything... I just know what works for me and what doesn't based on 35+ years of trial and error and listening / assisting my family from a young age on their trials and tribulations during their time helping the colonies along in their care.
@ yes, sir! This was my first year. I’m in a neighborhood in central Montana. I had mine tested and it was 76% clover honey and then a few things that were probably from local gardens.
All of us in caring for bee colonies are always learning, so I understand what you are saying. I'm heading into my 36th year, and I still am learning something every year, change things up as needed, and listen to what others do and see in their march forward. Things change, techniques, plans, weather, parasites, fungi, tools, practices, the list goes on... It's never a dull moment.
I agree with you. Practical hands-on experience is the best teacher. I say this even though I am a third of the way to becoming a Master Beekeeper in my state. Wisdom learned from a wise mentor and the school of everyday experience is a great way to becoming a sound beekeeper.🐝🐝🐝
There ya have it! Great video!!
What???? You aren't a certified Jedi Master beekeeper? How could you possibly have given me such great, spot-on advice without a piece of paper? Oh, I get it, experience! If anyone discredits you because of a lack of paper, dismiss them politely and wish them luck. I have found you to be a great wealth of knowledge and you have never steered me wrong. You've got a great channel! Mind you, I applaud anyone who puts forth the effort and the knowledge gained by such effort, but experience trumps paper in my book.
100%, I've been working with bee's since I was about 8 years old, so around 35+ years. Nobody in my family has ever been a master beekeeper, yet I'm 3rd generation with hundreds of colonies in my 4 yards. I have local "master" beekeepers I am friends with, and they still run stuff by me once and a while, or send someone my way. I just know what I know, and I don't think paper proves you know everything. Hell, I don't know everything... I just know what works for me and what doesn't based on 35+ years of trial and error and listening / assisting my family from a young age on their trials and tribulations during their time helping the colonies along in their care.
@VeritasOmniaVinculaVincit That’s my favorite way of learning beekeeping. Your story makes me miss my younger days when I was working with my mentor.
I just wrapped up my Apprentice Certification through University of Montana in October. It was pretty cool.
Nice job!! So you’re a Montana beekeeper?! What particular honey varieties?
@ yes, sir! This was my first year. I’m in a neighborhood in central Montana. I had mine tested and it was 76% clover honey and then a few things that were probably from local gardens.
You always give great advice and a piece of paper doesn't matter.
I have been a beekeeper for 34 years. I do not have a certification. Nothing wrong, I just don't. I'm still learning.
All of us in caring for bee colonies are always learning, so I understand what you are saying. I'm heading into my 36th year, and I still am learning something every year, change things up as needed, and listen to what others do and see in their march forward. Things change, techniques, plans, weather, parasites, fungi, tools, practices, the list goes on... It's never a dull moment.
Nicely said! Nice job on 34 years btw!
So cool!! Congrats on 36 years!!🐝
@@thehivedoctor13 Thanks, life choices. 😆 Sometimes I wonder if the bee's are thinking about me too, especially in the winter. 🤔😏
I agree with you. Practical hands-on experience is the best teacher. I say this even though I am a third of the way to becoming a Master Beekeeper in my state. Wisdom learned from a wise mentor and the school of everyday experience is a great way to becoming a sound beekeeper.🐝🐝🐝
i will always listen to experience than the sound of paper.
If you want to get a job as an instructor or inspector in your state you really don’t need a degree. But you still need to know what you’re doing.
That sounds horrible.. 😂😅😆 (being an instructor or inspector for the state)