About Us
What is the Humboldt County Beekeepers Association?
Founded in 1995, the Humboldt County Beekeepers Association (HCBA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 46-527-9488) dedicated to supporting beekeepers, conserving honey and native bees, and promoting science-based best management practices in beekeeping.
Our Mission & Goals
HCBA is committed to:
🐝 Educating beekeepers – Providing resources and learning opportunities to help beekeepers succeed.
🐝 Community Outreach – Raising awareness about the importance of honey bees and responsible beekeeping.
🐝 Building Connections – Creating a supportive network for local beekeepers to share knowledge and experiences.
Join us in our mission to protect and promote beekeeping in Humboldt County!
Board of Directors and Board Information
Officers and Directors
| Position | Name | Term of Office |
| President and Board Chair | Hank Harrison | February 2024 – June 2025 |
| Vice President | We are looking…. | July 2023 – June 2025 |
| Treasurer | Allen Rode | July 2023 – June 2025 |
| Secretary | Cheryl Furman | July 2024 – June 2026 |
| Director 1 | Jeannine Kaprielian | July 2023 – June 2025 |
| Director 2 | Rebecca Hubbard | February 2025 – June 2025 |
| Director 3 | Ron Biasca | February 2024 – June 2025 |
| Director 4 | Shannon Lamb | February 2024 – June 2025 |
Board Meetings
The Board of Directors meet on the third Thursday of each month via Zoom from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM.
Board Meeting Agenda
An agenda for each meeting can be obtained by contacting the Secretary of the HCBA at:
Email Address: cause4paws@yahoo.com
Minutes from Past Board Meetings
The minutes from past meetings are archived. While some of the minutes are stored digitally, others are maintained as hard copies. Requests for hard copies of the minutes are available by contacting the Secretary at the email address listed above. There is a fee if hard copies are requested.
By-Laws:
The By-Laws of the Humboldt County Beekeepers Association are available within the following link: