Beekeeping
“ Beekeeping helped me to step out of my comfort zone and allow myself to move forward by trying new and interesting things that I never thought could be possible. Having the nerve to say yes– once I walked into the area with the bees, I realized that I can do the seemingly ‘impossible’ stuff that I used to doubt that I would ever be capable of.”
What we do:
Baltimore beekeeping! We have many hives around the Baltimore area, training women survivors to tend to and care for the bees, working toward a successful honey harvest every summer. We continue to take beekeeping classes where we learn more about beekeeping and how we can give back to our beautiful Baltimore.
We are continually learning ways we can BEE kind to the environment. Our products are filled with high-quality natural ingredients, using locally sourced honey. By sourcing honey locally, we are a conduit for preserving and protecting hives in community gardens around the city.
Our beekeeping journey:
Fall 2019: We suited up in our newly acquired beekeeping gear (that was sparkling white, but not for long) and entered the bee yard that was literally a-buzz with activity. Previously a place in the garden to avoid, we entered our new world with confidence.
For our Hon’s Honey beekeeper, a survivor of traumatic experiences, an environment that should have filled her with anxiety, felt surprisingly peaceful. She moved with grace through the chaos of bees entering and exiting over 20 hives.
This is the first step on the road to equip more women survivors with varied skills and work experience that will enable them to rise to new heights.
Honey harvests:
2020 Harvest: 4 hives, 50lbs of honey & trained 1 beekeeper
2021 Harvest: 10 hives, 220lbs of honey, 120 containers of honey comb & trained 2 women in beekeeping
2022 Harvest: 8 hives & 150lbs of honey.
2023 Harvest: 7 hives, 155lbs of honey & 2 women began beekeeping training! Click here to shop today!
Raw Honey Facts
Nutritious
Honey can be a good source of antioxidants, antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Shelf Life
Raw honey does not go bad! It will crystalize overtime, which is completely natural and edible!
Allergies
Over time, ingesting honey can result in becoming less sensitive to pollen, and can cause allergy symptoms may become less severe.
You can play an active role in protecting bees and caring for your environment.