The Bee-log

Andrew and his father and sister unloading hives at our holding location in BC. What's new on the farm: Well, the bees made it safe and sound! After a journey across the prairies, through the Rockies, and across the strait...

Our hives all loaded up and ready to head to Vancouver Island. What's new on the farm: We are so close to the end of the bee season! Yesterday, we loaded up a semi with all our hives that are...

Peeking into a hive on a cold fall afternoon. What's new on the farm: Happy Thanksgiving to our Canadian friends! I hope you are enjoying a hearty meal with your loved ones this weekend. I am very thankful for all...

Looking at a colony from underneath the hive. Sometimes we take a look from the bottom to get a quick assessment on how strong a hive is. What's new on the farm: Happy first day of fall! Fall weather is...

Some of the remaining honey boxes yet to be harvested. What's new on the farm: The bees aren't bringing any more honey home. Sadly for us, it hasn't rained in over 5 weeks. The lack of rain led to a...

Checking out my reflection in the fountain of youth (a.k.a. a barrel of fresh honey) What's new on the farm: We are full-on in harvest mode at the farm. Every day, half of the crew drives out to the yards...