Small batch honey from the Golden State

In the springtime, bees start to feel crowded in their hives and naturally swarm. If you’ve ever seen one, you know it’s an amazing sight to behold. Often exterminators get called to handle swarms and end up killing the bees. If you see a swarm, call us instead. We will remove them humanely and give them a new, safe home. Swarms can move fast, so calling or texting is best: (707) 483-1302. This is a free service, but donations are welcome.

If a honey bee colony has moved into your house or a structure, we can come assess the situation and level of effort for the extraction, provide a quote, and remove the bees. We will do our best to save the bees and relocate them to one of our apiaries. Extractions are a much more involved process than collecting a swarm and therefore we charge our fee depending on the complexity of the project. $75 per hour. Contact Kelsey at (707) 483-1302 to set up an appointment for a quote.

If you’re new to beekeeping, or just want to elevate your skills, we provide one-on-one consultations in a setting that best serves your learning and growth as a beekeeper, whether that’s performing a hive inspection together in-person or having a conversation by phone or Zoom. We want the bees to thrive, and that means making sure beekeepers have all the tools they need to be successful. $100 per hour.

We provide one-on-one apprenticeships for beekeepers looking to advance their skillset and knowledgebase. All levels welcome. Apprenticeships include one hour-long sessions with Kelsey once a month during the beekeeping season (March – November) tailored to your experience level. During the apprenticeship you will experience firsthand the ins and outs of managing bees throughout the year, responding to changing conditions and dynamic needs from your hive. Apprenticeship sessions may include hive inspections, mite treatments, and honey harvesting, to name a few key activities. $80 per month. Contact Kelsey at (707) 483-1302 for more information.