Natural Beekeeping Workshop - November

Join seasoned Natural Beekeepers Samantha Bulloch & Willow Hankison for a one-day hands on, introduction to Bee-centric Beekeeping for beginners.

You’ll learn ...

• Why sustainable, natural, bee-centric beekeeping is so vital in this era of environmental change & challenge.

• The fundamental principals and practices of Natural Beekeeping so that you feel confident and competent in establishing and caring for your bees in their first several seasons working within beautiful timber Top Bar Hives

• How to create a seasonal multifloral foraging garden for your bees to live within,

• How to cultivate a deeper connection to the sacred, to nature and to the wider community of wild pollinators in the  wise  stewardship of the garden or land that your hives live within.

You will come away from the day inspired by and in awe of these exquisite creatures of alchemy & sunshine.

We will provide a nourishing organic lunch along with morning and afternoon teas.  We provide suits & or veils for our hive opening during the day.  Feel free to message us to pre-order Top Bar Hives, Nucleus Bee Colonies or a Bee Healing Hut.

SAMANTHA has been a Naturopath and Herbalist for more than 25 years.  She began her Beekeeping journey under Willows mentorship in 2018 and now has several of his beautiful top bar hives that reside in a purpose-built apiary in her home garden. Natural Beekeeping made immediate, instinctive sense to her and she has integrated the use of Flower Essences, Homeopathic Medicines, Minerals, Mushrooms and Medicinal Herbs into their care whenever needed. A passionate advocate of Biodynamic Gardening, Organic Food, Regenerative and Restorative Agriculture since her early 20’s she has been restoring and converting her urban garden to Biodynamics for the last decade.  She is dedicated to creating a thriving sanctuary for her bees, the wild pollinators and other wildlife that share her land. You can find her on Instagram @thealchemiststree

WILLOW is a seasoned beekeeper and natural beekeeping educator with 25 years of experience. He began his journey at 22, apprenticing under Michael Noakes of Anglesea Honey, whose deep passion for bees greatly inspired him. Over time, Willow developed his own profound connection with these remarkable creatures, regarding them as vital to his well-being. A gifted carpenter, Willow was inspired by the bee-friendly Kenyan Top Bar Hive and began crafting hives from high-quality cedar, using only organic finishes.  In 2023, Willow realized a long-held vision with the creation of his bee healing hut. This unique, hexagonal structure, made entirely from organic materials, is designed to harmonize humans and bees. Nestled beneath a therapeutic bed, the hives create an immersive healing environment where the gentle hum of bees and the aroma of propolis provide therapeutic benefits. You can find him on Instagram @willow_woods and @beealive.au