Bee Education
Through our own education and experience working with bees and in agriculture, we are acutely aware of their importance for a healthy, sustainable future for our local communities and the world. At Campbell’s Gold Honey Farm & Meadery we believe sharing our knowledge is as important as producing premium honey-based products.
As a family, we strive to educate about the importance of bees in our food supply chain, but also to inspire people of all ages to embrace their place in the natural world and to engage in positive practices that support a sustainable future for all.
Bee Education Workshops
PLEASE NOTE:
Activities and education classes involving live honey bees are not recommended for anyone with known honey bee sting allergies.
As we are a honey farm, there are many beehives on the property throughout the year.
All events and educational classes will adhere to BC’s PHO, regarding Covid, at that time the event or class is taking place.
Educational School Tours
We are excited to resume educational school tours this spring! On Tuesdays and Wednesdays in May and June, we invite you to join us for a tour! We encourage you to book early as there will be limited capacity.
Dates: Tuesdays and Wednesdays in May and June, 2023
Duration: 1 hr to 1.5 hrs depending on the size and ages of the group
Cost: $12 per student *No charge for Teachers and Leaders
Spring Happenings in the Hive
The session will be focused on how we help ensure the bees are looked after in the spring to pre-position them for a healthy start of the honey year. This time of year is a time to create new queens and much more.
Date: May 20, 2023
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $20.00 each *Free for those who completed the Beginner Beekeeping course at Campbells Gold in 2022
Open Hive Thursdays
Dates: Thursdays throughout July and August, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Cost: $10 per person
Adventure with us and tag along with a beekeeper to learn about topical issues in real time. Includes a visit to a live hive! Bring all of your questions!
This tour is not recommended for anyone with known bee sting allergeric reactions.
Fall & Winter Hive Management Workshop
This workshop is designed for beginner beekeepers who have taken a basic course or experienced beekeepers looking for a refresher. We focus on putting theory into practice to ensure that the bees are prepared for winter survival.
Date: August 19, 2023
Time: 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Cost: $20.00 *Free for those who completed the Beginner Beekeeping course at Campbells Gold in 2022
If you are interested in this workshop, please register online
Beginner Beekeeper Course
Mike & Judy Campbell are certified by the B.C. Honey Producer’s Association to teach this Beginner Beekeepers Course.
Date: Not running in 2023
Intermediate Beekeeper Course
Mike & Judy Campbell are certified by the B.C. Honey Producer’s Association to teach this Beginner Beekeepers Course.
Date: Not running in 2023
PLEASE NOTE: Beekeeping Courses On Hold
We will continue to offer the spring management and fall/winter management workshops but are temporarily suspending beekeeping courses as we plan how best to deliver them, moving forward. Apologies for any disappointment this may cause. Please do check back or follow us on social media for updates.
Certified Beginner Beekeeping Course
Dates: Not running in 2023
Intermediate Beekeeping Course
Dates: Not running in 2023
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Mead Club for Enthusiasts
Can’t get enough Mead in your life? Well fret not, we’re here to support you in your love of mead. Consider joining the Campbell’s Gold Mead Club and access early notice of new releases, great discounts on all your mead purchases, and other great benefits!
Other Upcoming Events
Campbell’s Gold will also be involved in other off-farm events throughout the year. Find a listing of all other events on our News & Events Page.
