- Please read important FAQ’s
- Signed waivers are required to participate, no exceptions! Please complete a digital waiver before coming:
Adult Waiver
Minor Waver - Protective Suits are recommended but not required. Please wear loose fitting, light-colored, long pants and shirts. We have 11 adult and 3 children’s Bee suits available on first come, first serve basis. Reserve the suit in advance by emailing us with the date of the hive tour and number of suits requested.
- **Hive Tours are completely weather-dependent. If there is rain in the forecast or the temperatures will be less than 65℉, we will contact you by email 12-48 hours before the tour to reschedule or cancel.
- Can’t make the date you signed up for? Read our cancellation policy.
- Gift certificates are available for the Beehive Tour. Contact Us if you’d like to purchase one.
- Limited Space for hive tours – RSVP early.
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Beekeeping 101 + Hive Tour
$150.00
Beekeeping Inspection Class + Guided Hive Experience
Get confident working your bees—before you even open the hive.
This one-hour pre hive tour session is the perfect introduction for aspiring and beginner beekeepers. Join us an hour before the group hive tour for a hands-on learning experience that covers the essentials of bee biology, hive health, and inspection techniques. The hive inspection class includes another 30 minutes after the hive-tour honey tasting for Q”S and A’S.
What You’ll Learn
- Bee Biology Essentials: Understand the roles of queens, workers, drones, and the significance of brood, eggs, and food stores.
- Hive Inspection Techniques: Learn what to look for during inspections, including signs of queen health and colony vitality.
- Seasonal Hive Management: Gain *some insights into pest control and best practices for different times of the year.
- Beekeeping Basics: Discover *some requirements for hosting a hive on your property, including space, forage availability, and time commitments.
After the lecture, you’ll suit up and participate in a guided hive tour, offering hands-on experience under the supervision of our experienced beekeepers. Depending on the day’s conditions, you may observe advanced practices such as starting new hives, re-queening, swarm prevention, or hive splitting.
Please Note: This session offers a brief overview suitable for beginners. If you’re seeking a more comprehensive understanding or are considering starting your own hive, we recommend our in-depth Introduction to Beekeeping course. Please inquire
Reserve Your Spot Today:
* Our Current Dates for the 2025 Season are Sundays from 11:30-12:30, immediately followed by the Hive Tour at 12:30.
Please text us @305-834-8783 or email info@baybeehives.com before purchase to ensure availablity
Dates: June 1. June 22 , July 13, July 27, August 17
We offer a limited number of bee suits for participants. To ensure availability, please email us in advance with the sizes and quantities you require.
Engaging in our hive tours provides a unique opportunity to delve into the intricate workings of a beehive and appreciate the crucial role bees play in our ecosystems.
Your purchase directly contibutes to our bee conservation projects at REAP, our partner in climate action. We appreciate your support!
(See Waiver and FAQ below)
| Donation Options | $125, $100, $75 |
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