Beekeeping is an incredibly rewarding hobby and one that is in high demand as the world's honey bee population is steadily on the decline. Bees are remarkable creatures that are social, intelligent and incredibly entertaining to watch. Keeping bees will allow you to safely observe the behavior of a hive in your own garden; from the leadership of the Queen Bee, to the foraging of the workers and the production of honey. If you are successful at maintaining your colony, then you'll also be able to reap the rewards of organic, homegrown honey which is free from the synthetic processes of supermarket brands.This book offers a brief introduction into the world of beekeeping, including information on how to set up and maintain your hive and an overview of the equipment and knowledge you'll need to be successful as an apiarist in 12 easy steps. The chapters cover: The Honey bee and the Hive The Life of the Hive Building a Bee Garden Constructing a Hive and Introducing a Colony Beekeeping Equipment Beekeeping Laws This book contains everything you need to know to assess the cost and commitment of beekeeping and to decide if this hobby is right for you. Read on to learn just what it takes to become a beekeeper. A must-have read for anyone considering a home apiary.Getting Your FREE BonusRead this book to the end and see "BONUS: Your FREE Gift" chapter after the introduction and conclusion.