If your only knowledge of how the honey bee society works is from Winnie the
Pooh or The Bee Movie, let us show you how intricate a bee colony is. Did
you know that 97% of a beehive is female? Did you know that 80% of YOUR
food is has been touched in some way by the honey bees? Did you know that
there are over 300 different distinct varieties of raw honey in the world
and that honey is often compared to wine? Did you know that those with
diabetes can eat honey and that it actually is the better sweetener for
them?
Come join us for the Bee to Bottle tour at The Bear Foot Honey Farm store in
Santa Rosa, California.
Upon being welcomed at Bear Foot Honey Farm we will begin with the
fascinating origin and history of how Bear Foot Honey Farm came to BEE,
going back three generations. From there we will progress into what
beekeeping is like now and in years past; emphasizing on the many benefits
pure raw honey can bring to you. We will also cover the struggles
beekeepers worldwide have been tackling. Progressing into the impact bees
have in your environment and what each honey bee does throughout its life
cycle. This is a great tour to add to your wine tasting!
That is not all! We will then have you sample our many varieties of premium
honey from Apple Blossom, Blueberry, and Blackberry to Tupelo and Seasonal
Wildflowers and learn the benefits of each unique flavor. When you leave us
you will well informed, and quite possibly want to take up beekeeping as a
hobby.
Appointments are recommended and can be made by calling
(707) 570-BUZZ (2899) for the bee to bottle tours. Cost is $4.00 per person.