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Amy, Kirk and I had a great time at the Artisanal LA festival this last weekend. We talked to hundreds of people who were fascinated by the idea that they could become beekeepers; I think we'll see a few of them at this Sunday's Backwards Beekeepers meeting.
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Lawndale Backwards Beekeeper Dennis (of The Buzz In The Dale) donated an observation hive to the club, and it was a huge magnet that brought both kids and adults to the Backwards Beekeepers booth.
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Everyone wanted to taste honey from chemical-free bees. Once they did, they definitely got the message.
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