Starting a garden is one of the best hobbies anyone can do. Gardening has so many benefits, from helping the environment to improving mental health, it’s a hobby that everyone should consider. My favorite part of gardening is the ability to grow my very own food! I know what was used in the soil and […]
17
Jun
Jun
There are so many benefits to keeping bees, from the new knowledge and skill to being able to harvest your own honey and products, beekeeping is an amazing hobby to embark on. However, there is so much information out there and learning about beekeeping can quickly feel overwhelming. This is why we compiled a list […]
17
Jun
Jun
It’s no secret that there are many issues going on with our environment right now, from climate change to habitat loss, it can seem a little daunting to do anything to help. However, there are many simple things that you can do to help! One of the easiest ways to help the environment is to help […]
11
Jun
Jun
Around the world, people and communities are realizing how important pollinators are to our environment and livelihood. However, pollinators everywhere are in decline, due to climate change, habitat loss, and pesticide use. There are many ways we can help save our pollinators but one of the best ways is by creating a pollinator garden. Plant […]
09
May
May
Catching a swarm of bees is a great way to get cheap bees (cause we all know there’s no such thing as ‘free’ bees!). Swarming is the process bees do in order to reproduce. This usually happens when a colony has outgrown its space. The colony will begin to create queen cells for a new […]
06
Mar
Mar
Beekeeping is one of the most rewarding hobbies a person can have. You’re not only learning a vital skill, you’re also helping to keep our honey bee population thriving. However, backyard beekeeping can seem a little daunting for someone who is just starting out. Beekeeping for beginners can be intimidating but it doesn’t have to be. If […]
Beekeeping, Pollinators
Are All Wild Honey Bees Africanized? Here’s The Complicated Truth and How We Can Still Save Them.
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Feb
Feb
You’ve heard the term “killer bees” and harrowing stories of thousands of bees attacking people. While some of these stories are true, most of the time they are extremely exaggerated. But what are these “killer bees” exactly? Africanized honey bees are a specific race of honey bee. This means they’re the same bees that make […]
18
Feb
Feb
When you first start beekeeping, there are many things you need to learn. One of the most important is learning about the necessary beekeeping gear for your future bees. There are many different types of beekeeping gear available online and locally, which can differ depending on your geographic location. We are located in South Florida (where […]
21
Nov
Nov
Following a Vegan lifestyle is trending now more than ever. There are so many people who are opening their eyes to how cruel factory farming is and how much it is impacting our Earth. While the transportation sector is responsible for a quarter of all greenhouse gas emissions, Animal Agriculture alone is responsible for so […]
09
Oct
Oct
Whether you’re a beginner beekeeper or have years of experience, learning never stops in the bee world. There is a lot of information out there on honey bees and keeping them in the form of books, videos, seminars, and classes. We started learning about bees by watching videos and reading books! In fact, we still […]