Before You Arrive

Before arriving for your appointment, it helps to plan with the understanding that you are visiting an active bee farm.

This is a working apiary environment with many hives on site and bees flying throughout the area.

Bringing your beekeeping gear is a good idea, even if you are not sure you will need it.

Because this is an apiary, protective gear is often helpful, especially for first-time visitors.

Some people choose not to wear gear, while others are more comfortable having it available. Being prepared allows you to decide once you arrive.

We do not have a brick-and-mortar retail store at the pick up location.

Protective gear and supplies are kept at an off-site, climate-controlled facility.

Ordering supplies in advance allows us to have what you need available when you arrive for your appointment.

Bees can be transported in trucks, SUVs, or cars when properly contained.

Knowing the approximate size of hives and nucs helps with planning vehicle space ahead of time.

Warm weather is common during bee pick up season.

Keeping bees shaded and well ventilated during transport planning helps prevent overheating, especially when vehicles are stopped.

We load the bees for you at pick up.

You are not required to handle the bees while on site unless you choose to.

It is normal to see bees flying near people, vehicles, and equipment at a bee farm.

If being around bees causes concern, planning ahead with protective gear or containment options can help make the experience more comfortable.