We are the Heart of Illinois Beekeepers Association (HIBA), dedicated to the development of good beekeeping management and practices, the pollination of agricultural crops, the production of honey and honey related food products, and the general education for and about honeybees. HIBA serves Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties, as well as the surrounding areas.
Beekeeping can be an exciting hobby or full blown career. Amateurs and professionals alike meet to discuss the latest in beekeeping, diseases and pests, hive management, honey production, public interest in bees, and Mother Nature.
If you are interested in joining or learning more about our organization or honey bees, please submit your information using the form below.
2022 Membership Application and Dues
Time to renew HIBA membership and periodical subscription? Please view the membership page here, where dues can be paid online. Information for mailing in dues is also available on the membership page.
Club Officers
President
Sean Rennau
Vice President
Nickie Prince
Secretary
Laura Thompson
Treasurer
Eric Ohlson
832 Horseshoe Tr.
Edelstein IL 61526
Communications
Mark Kilty
Webmaster
Nick Dunne
Social Coordinator
Luke Harvey
Wildlife Prairie Park Apiary
Steven Schmidt & Rollyn Aberle
Board
Ella Maxwell
Dan Pryor
Rebecca Cox Somogyi
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