Dan Barnes

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Join date: Nov 23, 2025

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With 13 years of beekeeping experience, Dan Barnes has turned a passion for pollinators into a master craft. As a certified Apprentice currently working toward his Journeyman certification in the Virginia State Master Beekeeper Program, Dan has experience managing up to 15 hives. From the thrill of a swarm removal to the precision of hive splits and health treatments, he has seen it all. Whether you’re a total beginner or just bee-curious, come join Dan for an introductory session and discover the buzz behind this exciting hobby!

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Apr 28, 2026 ∙ 1 min

Commonwealth Queen Bee Throw Down is on!

The Queen Bee Throw Down is now underway! Entries must be submitted by end of the day May 20th , World Bee Day. Once entries to the competition are reviewed, they will be posted on the VSBA website beginning May 27th for online voting to determine the best queen to represent each VSBA region.Regional winners will enter a semi-weekly head-to-head competition beginning June 20th to determine the best of the best. The ultimate winner of these regional pairings will be crowned Queen of the...