Join The Essex County Beekeepers' Association

Our membership consists of all levels of beekeepers, from beginners to experts, amateurs to professionals, children to adults, singles to families. But you don't have to be a beekeeper to join. Come to learn about honey and beeswax! Our strong point is our friendly relations based on active participation.

When you join the ECBA, you’ll receive our monthly newsletter, the Essex County Beeline. It’s filled with club news, articles, member anecdotes, recipes, upcoming events, and more.

How to Join:

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You can join by downloading & completing our Membership Application.

When completed, mail it to the address listed on the form. (You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader.)

The Essex County Beekeepers’ Association is an educational organization that promotes apiculture (the study of beekeeping) by:

• Teaching a Practical Beekeeping course at the Topsfield Fairgrounds
• Sponsoring the Beekeeping Exhibit at the Topsfield Fair
• Giving presentations to schools and community groups
• The ECBA maintains a scholarship fund and awards one or more scholarships annually to deserving applicants.
• Join the fun in preparing for the Fair, helping out with bee school, and working with other club members. There are numerous opportunities for all levels of abilities

• Informative lectures on beekeeping, honey, candle making and other topics Access to expert beekeepers
• A place to share information about beekeeping
• Access to the ECBA Library, stocked with beekeeping related books, periodicals and video tapes for adults and children
• The opportunity to participate in the Topsfield Fair and sell your honey and wax products
• A club discount on American Bee Journal and Bee Culture magazines
• The opportunity to purchase honey candy, honeystix, beeswax, glassware, etc., at a reduced cost
• Attend bee school each year to refresh your knowledge