Jimmy Gatt is a Georgia Journeyman Beekeeper and recently elected Vice President of Metro Atlanta Beekeepers Association. He is an active member of the club and has led Certified and Journeyman classes and the online Facebook mentoring group for MABA. Jimmy also partners with Trees Atlanta to promote summer-blooming, nectar-bearing trees.The MABA beekeeper of the year is someone who has not only demonstrated and promoted good beekeeping, but who also has served the Metro Atlanta Beekeepers Association as an outstanding volunteer. To nominate someone for this year’s award, fill out this form by September 1.  The award will be given…

Ray has been a valuable resource to new and experienced beekeepers alike.  He spends countless hours helping keeps in their apiaries, on the phone, and by text.  He is always willing to share his knowledge of plants and nectar flows.  He is the first to assist in catching swarms and asks for nothing in return. In his spare time, he is always watching videos and reading the latest research about nutrition, disease, and treatments.  Ray serves on the board of the Paudling County Beekeepers Association where is works tirelessly to help promote the club to new beekeepers.  He is always willing to…