Meet the bees and sample some sweet local honey in this introduction to natural beekeeping. Two local experts will explore why and how to build a mutually beneficial relationship with honeybees, using images and experiences from their own working hives. You’ll also get a taste of freshly harvested honeycomb and peek into a contained “observation hive” with live bees inside. You’ll leave with a new understanding and appreciation for the work of honeybees and their human hosts.
Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden before and after class!
Saturday, August 1st, 2026 (10:00 AM-12:00 PM)
Registration closes July 29th, 2026**
$55 /Adult or $44 /Member Adult
Materials: All materials will be provided. You may wish to bring a pen and notebook.
Location: Check-in at Botanical Research Institute of Texas / Park in main lot
Instructor: Robert F. Morrow is a passionate beekeeper who has been operating throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth region and honing his craft since 2017. An engaged member of both the Metro Beekeepers Association and the Trinity Valley Beekeepers Association, Robert takes pride in producing premium 100% raw, unfiltered honey and advancing sustainable beekeeping practices. Connect with him at beesweethoneytx.com.
Terry Leggett has been keeping bees and catching swarms naturally for 12 years, learning by experience after starting out in his words “by doing it all wrong.” He now offers the Honey Bee Haven bee box and honey bee removal on his website beecountryusa.com.
Inclement Weather: This class is indoors and will proceed as scheduled, rain or shine.
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