Make sure you understand the impact of state and local laws related to beekeeping on your property. Check out your city or town's local ordinances relating to hive inspection and registration/licensing information. For example, hives in the City of Cleveland, must be registered. You can also register your hive with the State of Ohio, which helps the state to keep track of local hives and bee health.
Join your local beekeepers group or association to stay informed on learning opportunities, hear about local resources and receive peer assistance or mentorship:
How Do I Keep Bees?
