Humboldt County Beekeepers Association June Meeting Invitation

Dear HCBA Members,

We are delighted to invite you to our June General meeting, set for Thursday, June 4th, 2026, at 6:00 PM Pacific Time. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom, allowing you to join from the comfort of your home.

Apitherapy – More than Bee Stings

Apitherapy is the medicinal use of various products derived from honeybees to promote health and treat a wide range of conditions. While many people associate it primarily with bee venom therapy (BVT) for its anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating effects—particularly in managing arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and chronic pain—the practice encompasses far more. Honey, propolis (the resinous “bee glue”), royal jelly, bee pollen, and even beeswax all offer unique therapeutic properties. Honey serves as a natural antibacterial and wound healer, propolis acts as a potent antioxidant and antimicrobial, royal jelly supports skin health and hormone balance, and pollen provides nutritional and allergy-desensitizing benefits.

About Our Speaker: Kevin Inglin

Kevin Inglin is a hobby beekeeper based in central New Jersey. Married to Sharon, he and their two sons, Dan and Brian, all pitch in to care for the family’s bees in the backyard. He began beekeeping in May 2008 and maintains between four and a dozen hives, often experimenting with different hive styles including Top Bar, Layens, and Warre hives. The number and types of hives vary over time depending on the season and his current goals. Kevin is an active member of the Northwest New Jersey Beekeepers Association, serving Hunterdon and Warren Counties. He is a past president of the organization and currently serves as its webmaster and YouTube administrator. In July 2019, he earned his EAS Master Beekeeper certification. He regularly teaches beekeeping classes both locally and regionally and has produced a beekeeping podcast since April 2010, releasing new episodes on average every two weeks.

Meeting Details

• Date: Thursday, June 4th, 2026

• Time: 6:00 PM Pacific Time

• Location: Virtual via Zoom (join from anywhere!)

• Registration: Click here to register. After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with instructions to join the meeting.

We look forward to seeing you at this engaging session to learn more about native bees and how we can champion their role in our communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow beekeepers and deepen your appreciation for these remarkable pollinators!