The Wisconsin Honey Producers Association (WHPA) will host their 2017 Annual Convention in Eau Claire. Keynote speakers for the event include Ross Conrad, author of Natural Beekeeping: Organic Approaches to Modern Beekeeping; David Tarpy, Associate Professor of Entomology and Extension Apiculturist at North Carolina State University; and Dr. Marla Spivak, University of Minnesota Bee Lab. A young commercial beekeepers panel, honey show, queen’s auction and a Kids & Bee’s expo will keep honey enthusiasts of all ages engaged in the craft throughout the weekend. The Convention will take place November 2-4 at the Holiday Inn Eau Claire South. ABOUT VISIT EAU CLAIRE Visit Eau Claire is the official destination marketing organization for the Eau Claire Area. It exists to effectively market the Eau Claire Area as a destination for conventions, sporting events, group tour and leisure markets; to promote regional economic growth and to enhance and maintain the area's overall identity and image. |