Rules
- The deadline for submitting an application is December 31, 2019.
- Eligible applicants are new beekeepers that are members of TBoI.
- The applications will come from the local club only.
- The local club can submit one application per year.
- Individuals are not allowed to submit an application.
- A mentor will be provided by the local club for the new beekeeper. The mentor must be a member of TBoI with at least 3 years experience.
- If the new beekeeper becomes disinterested, then the local club will be responsible for finding another new beekeeper to use the equipment.
- The local club will need to submit the name of the new beekeeper to the Jump Starter Committee.
- Mentor and new beekeeper will be required to provide a written report and pictures to their Regional Director.
- Regional Director will submit the reports to the board of directors before each board meeting.
- Jump Starter Committee will review applications and Chairman will notify local club on application approval.
- Jump Starter Committee will have final say on application approval.
- The board of directors is required to vote on the continuation and funding of this program at the third quarter board of directors meeting each year.
- Mentor and new beekeeper will be required to provide a written report and pictures to their Regional Director. Failure to comply will forfeit 2021 eligibility.
Provided by The Beekeepers of Indiana
Hive Bodies - unassembled
Frames and foundation (plastic or wax), unassembled
100 Support Pins with plastic foundation
1 Screen bottom board
1 Entrance reducer
1 Inner cover
1 Wood & Metal Telescoping Cover
1 Quad Top Feeder
1 Smoker
1 Bee Brush
1 J–hook hive tool
Provided by the Local Club
1 Package of Bees
1 Protective Clothing
Mentor
