Been's Bees offers several different mentorship packages designed to meet the unique needs of beginning beekeepers within the Harrisburg, PA area. Learn the techniques and the science that drives modern beekeeping in a no pressure, relaxed environment. Call or text us at (717) 583-8332 to sign up!
Beekeeping Ride Alongs
Free!Interested in beekeeping but not sure if it is right for you? Come shadow a beekeeper as they manage some of our hives. Wear your own bee suit, or borrow one of ours and get up close to the hives and watch as we perform the routine tasks of beekeeping. Subject to weather, availability, and schedule of our beekeepers.
Beekeeping Lessons
$100 per LessonDesigned for new beekeepers who have their own hive, our 90 minute lessons are a perfect way to receive friendly personalized beekeeping instruction and guidance. A mentor will come to you and let you learn at your own pace, with your own bees and equipment!
Full Mentorship Package
$375/monthDesigned for those ready to take the plunge, our premier mentorship subscription includes weekly lessons, emergency/unscheduled visits, guidance on equipment and hive placement, pest / disease monitoring and treatment, our Queen Guarantee, and free access to our Beekeeper Hotline, and more!
Beekeeping Hotline
$15/monthHave your own bees and just want the comfort of knowing you have experienced advice on speed dial? Call or message one of our mentors with any questions or concerns! We respond as quickly as possible, but replies may be delayed a few hours if our mentors are in the middle of a lesson or in the field inspecting bees.