Honeybee Centre
7480 176 Street V3S 7B1 Surrey, BC, Canada

TONIGHT COURSE: Virtual Revive the Hive Date: April 15, 2021 at 7pm on Zoom Cost: $19 per household or... FREE to 2018-2020 graduates of Honeybee Centre’s Basic Beekeeping & Complete Beekeeping courses To Register: If you’re a past Honeybee Centre course participant just email [email protected] for the zoom link If you’re new to Honeybee Centre programs, call the store 1-604-575-2337 to pay and leave your details. Description: Need a little refresher? We are going virtual, for Revive the Hive. During this Zoom session, participants will learn how to assess an overwintered colony, what to do with dead-outs, and how to care for the survivors. This spring check-up includes cleaning, feeding, medicating, swarm prevention, and preparing for the summer honey flow. Our course is specific to beekeeping in the Fraser Valley and Western Canada. Included with this Zoom, participants will receive PDF meeting notes as well as a collection of short videos to demonstrate the discussed topics. For information or to register email [email protected] (Please include your full name and telephone number) Honeybee Centre has been a leader in honeybee education for over 20 years. Master Beekeeper Carolyn Essaunce @honestfarming will be guiding you through this class.

Want to take store bought cinnamon buns to the next level? 1. Turn them into little bears by unwrapping the outer edge and making ears. (See last photo) 2. When done, add honey to the icing to make it extra creamy! We suggest our Rum & Caramel or Vanilla Honey.... What’s your favourite honey recipe? Tag us so we can see! Baking and by: aagoldsmith

Attention Teachers and Program Leaders! Did you know we have Virtual Programs and activity kits? One of our add-on items for our Virtual Field Trip is #beeswaxcandlerolling ... You can check out all the Virtual Field Trip details by clicking the link in our bio. Tag a teacher who might be interested in learning all about honeybees and beekeeping... virtually. #virtuallearning #virtualfieldtrip #honeybeecentre #fieldtrip #diy #learning #bees #honeybees #beekeeper #farming #beeswax #fortheloveofbees #beekeeping #beeculture #beesmatter #beeschool #kidsandbees #beeeducation #science #scienceandkids #exploreSurrey #CityofSurrey #truesurrey #surreyBC #FamilyBusiness #SmallBusiness

Bees are pretty incredible! Here in BC there are over 500 different species of bees! Another interesting fact is that solitary bees are more efficient than honey bees in pollinating plants, but can’t fly as far. So what’s the difference between solitary bees and social bees? Social Bees include bumble bees and honey bees (pictured here bottom). Honey bees are known to make honey and wax. Bumble bees also make honey and wax but only enough for their small colony (50-200 bees).... Social bees have a cast system which includes one queen, a larger percentage of female workers and male drones in the spring. Solitary Bees include leafcutter, carpenter, miner, and mason bees (pictured here top) to name a few. These bees live alone and they don’t typically sting. They don’t fly far from their nest but solitary bees visit a variety of flowers to collect pollen and nectar for their eggs. Solitary bees use holes, hollow reeds, dig tunnels in the ground or burrow in wood. The material they seal the cell with depends on the species of bee. For example, leafcutter bees seal each cell with leaves, miner bees use mud. Once the cell is sealed with the food and egg, the mother does not return. The egg will now pupate and then hibernate until next spring when it begins the cycle again.

Happy Easter from the Honey Bunnies at Honeybee Centre.

In store shopping and curbside pick-up update As you look for the perfect gift for that special someone and you are planning on coming by for a visit this season, here’s an update on what we’re doing in store at Honeybee Centre to keep everyone as safe as possible: We are limiting the number of customers in the store at one ... time. We have plenty of space inside and waiting space outdoors (if needed) on our covered patio. We have mandated a mandatory mask policy for all customers and staff members at all times, which aligns with our provincial health order. Complimentary masks are available if you are without one. We continue to sanitize our high traffic areas frequently throughout the day (doorknobs, debit / credit terminals, counter tops bathrooms and more). Plenty of signage is available to encourage proper distancing and discourage the handling of products. There are plenty of hand sanitization stations available throughout our store. We are monitoring all staff for symptoms of COVID on a daily basis. We ask you to order online and stay home if you are showing symptoms or are feeling unwell. As an alternative for those who are unable or uncomfortable entering the store, we have a curbside pick-up option available. Curbside Pick-up: Visit honeybeecentre.com/curbside to view our menu and prices. Call 604-575-2337 to place your order. Have your credit card ready as we will be taking payments over the phone to limit contact. Let us know when you’ll be coming by to pick it up. (At least 30 minutes after your order is placed). Call us at 604-575-2337 when you arrive and let us know what type of vehicle you are in. One of our staff members will bring your order out for you. Drive away happy! We also have local delivery and shipping options that you can use without having to leave the house. We look forward to continuing to serve you with fresh, locally sourced honey! Honeybee Centre~

Two of your holiday favourites are back! Rum & Caramel in Honey Inspired by the delicious flavours of hot buttered rum sauce, this honey makes the perfect addition to all sorts of fall and winter desserts, or in your hot chocolate as you enjoy it by the fire.... Vanilla in Honey Start your day off with an added kick of flavour by using this as the perfect replacement for sugar in your morning coffee or tea. You can get yours online for shipping or local delivery in store or through our curbside pick-up. http://www.honeybeecentre.com/honeybee-prod/take-home-kits

Santa bears are back! We couldn't bear to wait any longer to get this holiday favourite back on our shelves. Each bear is filled with 60gm of pure clover honey from the Peace River Region.... These are the sweetest stocking stuffer for the foodie in your life. Available in store, online, and for local delivery. http://www.honeybeecentre.com/honeybee-produ//santa-bears

"Pick-up" the Honeybee Centre gift box for the holiday season. Each box contains a selection of some of our most popular items including our hive-to-table honey and pure beeswax candles made at Honeybee Centre using the wax from our own hives. These gift boxes are the perfect gift for family, friends, co-workers, or a secret santa gift that whoever receives it will absolutely love.... Each gift box includes: -500gm of clover honey -A pure beeswax pillar candle -All natural beeswax lip balm -Wooden honey dabber -80gm of local, artisan loose leaf tea. - Either earl grey tea from Republica Coffee Roasters Inc. or mint tea from Westholme Tea Each box has a value of over $40, and only costs $30! You can pick up a gift box in store, for curbside pick-up, or delivered to your door(http://www.honeybeecentre.com//honeybee-centre-holiday-gif)

UPDATED HOURS Please note that our new store hours are 10:00am - 6:00pm 7 days a week. Thank you,... Honeybee Centre Team

It's that time of year again. Our friends at Steel & Oak Brewing Co. have released their highly anticipated Smoked Honey Doppelbock. - Back for another fall season is Smoked Honey Doppelbock! Lagered for 8 weeks and brewed with beechwood smoked malt from Weyermann Specialty Malts and clover honey from the Honeybee Centre... Smokey with a subtle honey sweetness, finishing with the warmth of alcohol at 7.9%. This S&O classic is available at the brewery in 650ml bottles. Shipping out BC wide as we speak.

Begin your Beekeeping Journey this November Our next Complete Beekeeping Course is coming up November 20-22 here at Honeybee Centre. This course is the best way to learn the ins and outs of how to be a beekeeper in your own backyard. You also be joining fantastic beekeeping community made up of past participants, and your instructor. So you'll never feel like you're on your own as you take on this new challenge.... To learn more about the course visit the link below. https://honeybee.worldsecuresystems.com/BookingRetrieve.asp

No pot of gold to be found here, but there is relief from cough and sore throats. We have an actual rainbow of manuka honey drops you can use to help with the symptoms of cold and flu season. The antibacterial and antiviral properties of the manuka honey can reduce inflammation, attack harmful bacteria, while coating the lining of the throat for a soothing effect.

Thank you to Comfort Inn & Suites Surrey for continuing to support local. Today we dropped off some of our famous Santa bears that they'll be giving to some guests and clients!

Cold and Flu Season is Here and We can Help Now that the calendar has turned to Autumn, it means shorter days, cool crisp air, but also the arrival of Cold & Flu season. There are a number of beehive products that are great for your immune system when it comes to prevention and treatment of seasonal ailments, and the one we want to talk about today is propolis.... Propolis is produced by bees and is a combination of beeswax, honey and tree resins mixed with bee-produced enzymes. The bees use propolis to protect the hive from bacteria, fungus and viruses. For us, propolis has natural anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-fungal, and antioxidant properties. It can be used as a remedy for cold and flu symptoms, and is also excellent for boosting the immune system as a preventative measure. You’ll find propolis in a number of our products that you can find in store and on our website. http://www.honeybeecentre.com//health-and-nutrit/propolis

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Here's the story, of some local honey. That busy bees worked hard to make. There's a bunch of unique varieties of honey, and even more ways to use them all. Whether it's some cinnamon in honey spread on toast, blackberry blossom in your tea, or a spoonful of buckwheat to help soothe a sore throat, there is a honey variety for everyone in your family.

Happy Thanksgiving! With everything that has happened this year, it's still important to remember all the things we have to be thankful for. So from our family to yours, we hope you have enjoyed a safe and happy Thanksgiving weekend.

Fry’s Corner Beestro Update October 9th 2020 At this time, Fry’s Corner Beestro will remain closed, with no set timetable for reopening. ... The safety of our staff and customers is of the upmost importance to us here at Honeybee Centre, and we are continuing to explore opening options that allow us to ensure safety while providing excellent customer service to our guests. We continue to monitor the ongoing health situation and will provide updates on our social media and website when they happen. Thank you, Honeybee Centre Team

Pumpkin Spice Honey is back! With the colours of the leaves changing, and the return of cool, crisp air in the morning it means one of our favourite types of honey is back for a limited time. We start with our pure creamed clover honey, add cinnamon and nutmeg to create that instantly recognizable flavour that reminds you of pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving.... You can spread some on toast, put some in your coffee, or even just enjoy a spoonful on its own (it's that good). Pick yours up in 250gm jars in store at Honeybee Centre.

Today we dropped off a few buckets honey for Roxanne and the team at The Bakery Brewing. It's always an exciting day when we drop honey off at Bakery, because we know in a few weeks, their incredible brewers will use it to make another one of their unique and delicious drinks. Right now, you can try their bubby tea that is sweetened with our honey on draught in their tasting room.

Are you afraid of the dark? Our pure beeswax Halloween candles are back at Honeybee Centre and are perfect to bring with you when you check the basement to make sure no monsters are hiding down there. Like all of our candles at Honeybee, these are made with pure beeswax, collected from our own beehives.... This year we have added ceramic cauldrons made by @shannonmarieceramics filled with beeswax and a wood wick (but you won't find any eye of newt in there). Make sure to get these limited edition candles before it's too late.

Honey Extraction Workshop Wednesday October 7th We still have space in our Honey Extraction Workshop this coming Wednesday at 5:30pm Learn all about bees and the important role they play in our lives. Learn about how honey is made, where honey comes from and how we get it out! Then taste raw honey from the frame. ... Guests watch as honey from our local Community Bee Garden hives is uncapped by hand and extracted from the comb. Cost: $40/person which includes a jar of freshly extracted honey. Learn more and register here: http://www.honeybeecentre.com/BookingRetrieve.aspx

Small Batch Thistle Honey We're excited to announce the release of our Small Batch Thistle Honey in store. This extremely unique variety of honey is a beautiful light colour and has a one of a kind flavour profile.... This honey has a sweet, candy like flavour, with an earthy body, and finishes with a hint of mild cherry. This unique honey will be available in store at Honeybee Centre for a limited time, so don't miss out.

NEW HONEY EXTRACTION WORKSHOP DATES ADDED By popular demand we have added 4 new dates for our Honey Extraction Workshops. Not only can you learn how, but you can see it happen, and bring home a jar of fresh from the hive honey at our Honey Extraction Workshop.... Tuesday, October 20 1pm Wednesday, October 28 3:30pm Wednesday, November 4 3:30pm Tuesday, November 17th 3:30pm To learn more or register, visit here: http://www.honeybeecentre.com/BookingRetrieve.aspx?ID=88241

A little bit of bee knowledge to start your weekend: Entrance Reducers As the weather gets colder, we have added Entrance Reducers to the bee hives. At this time of year, by shrinking the entrance to the hive, it makes it easier for the bees to defend from intruders(wasps) who are hoping to rob the bees of their honey.

Thanks to Ryan from JACK 96.9 Vancouver for stopping by and learning that bees are nothing to be afraid of!

Group Programs at Honeybee Centre We're excited to introduce a range of programs that are great for all ages. These programs are done in small groups to ensure safety while learning. Each workshop introduces you to a honeybee topic and helps children explore it. You will enjoy demonstrations, group explorations, hands on activities and take home projects. Programs include:... Basic Bees Bee and Wasp Homes Bees and Blooms Beeswax Candle Making Beeswax Wraps Junior Beekeepers Honey Extraction To learn more about these programs visit our group booking page here: http://www.honeybeecentre.com/private-group-bookings

WE’RE OPEN As of 2:30pm Wednesday, September 23rd Honeybee Centre is open! We will be open until 6:00pm today, and resuming our regular 10:00am - 6:00pm hours tomorrow.... Thank you to the city crews who got us up and running as quickly as possible! - Honeybee Centre team