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My childhood passion in beekeeping comes full circle with the establishment of Goldstream Honey Works Today fast forward to Goldstream Honey Works.

My passion for beekeeping was introduced to me by my family at an early age. We visited my Uncle Keith and Aunty Dorothy in Northern Saskatchewan when I was about 5 or 6 years old. The picture you see is me and my Uncle showing a frame of honey we had collected.

10/20/2024

Happy Sunday vibes.

09/21/2024

07/09/2024

To facilitate bees during periods of intense heat, a simple yet effective solution is to provide a water source. I employ a straightforward chick water feeder, augmented with stones from my property, to achieve this purpose. You may opt to enhance the appearance of the feeder by incorporating marbles or colored stones, or simply utilize a plate accompanied by stones. Refrain from over-embellishing, as the primary focus should be on accessibility for the bees and other pollinators, which will undoubtedly appreciate the gesture.

07/09/2024

The budding lavender has caught the attention of my bees, and they are relishing its sweet nectar.

07/01/2024

Beeswax boasts a diverse palette, all derived from my meticulously maintained hives.

06/28/2024

Fun fact!

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To maximize storage space even more, beeswax comb cells face both directions (up and down) from a central midrib. This not only allows for more storage but provides an important foundation for the structure to hold its shape.

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06/24/2024

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Interested in learning more about native bee species in British Columbia? Click the link in our bio or visit ttp-bchpa.ca/native-bees-in-bc to read our latest blog post on the diversity and importance of native bees in BC. Be sure to check out the Native Bee Society of British Columbia () and Pollinator Partnership Canada (.ca) for more info on BC and Canada’s native bees!

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06/19/2024

Exciting times we are expanding!

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05/26/2024

Today was great day to check on Queen Cells. 🐝

05/22/2024

One day late however https://www.facebook.com/share/dszaLoJja7awKvs1/?mibextid=WC7FNe

03/18/2024

One of my bees relishes the beginning of spring on one of my trees.

01/31/2024

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01/24/2024

:) the things you learn!

01/14/2024

Hi, I had a great question a little while ago about how my bees were doing in this weather so I thought I would show everyone how I prepared them for this weather at the end of September last year.

I insulate inside the roof of the hive and below the hive. I then wrap insulation around the hive. I also have what is called a spacer with wood chips this acts like a lung in the hive to keep the humidity low. Low humidity is key for them to survive this weather. Hence the bee fondant I provide is quite dry to again ensure low humidity. The queen excluder I use (the grate thing) is normally lower above the brood box during a honey production but here it keeps the burlap used from dipping down and preventing the bees from coming up and eating. Each hive has honey that I left for them but they like my fondant :).

12/23/2023

12/21/2023

I checked Gucci, Versace, Fendi, Ferrari and Channel today. They all enjoyed having their pillow renewed and the food I made the other day was rapidly accepted. I am super optimistic for spring but we have to get through winter. Fun fact I have fed them since late August about 40 kg of sugar!

12/19/2023

Short on stocking stuffers this year? Need something quick, easy, and supports local beekeeping?

We’re here to help with festive honey bears, hand-crafted honey goat milk soap, and mini honey pots with wooden dippers.

All of our products are made locally and sustainably, reflecting the excellence that has made Goldstream Honey Works an award-winning Westshore business.

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2844 Sooke Lake Road
Langford, BC
V9B4R3

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+12509952977

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Coexisting, a Queen Bumble bee with Honey Bees. Enjoying some spilt sugar mixture.

Queen Cell Check May 25

Today was great day to check on Queen Cells. 🐝

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Winter Beekeeping

Hi, I had a great question a little while ago about how my bees were doing in this weather so I thought I would show everyone how I prepared them for this weather at the end of September last year. I insulate inside the roof of the hive and below the hive. I then wrap insulation around the hive. I also have what is called a spacer with wood chips this acts like a lung in the hive to keep the humidity low. Low humidity is key for them to survive this weather. Hence the bee fondant I provide is quite dry to again ensure low humidity. The queen excluder I use (the grate thing) is normally lower above the brood box during a honey production but here it keeps the burlap used from dipping down and preventing the bees from coming up and eating. Each hive has honey that I left for them but they like my fondant :).

Great day for candy making, Wednesday I will be in the hives replacing the pillow and checking foods levels.

Sunday I was out checking my hives. I really appreciate the support for local beekeeping here in Langford. My honey is now bottled and ready for your table, office, gift basket, stocking stuffer or??? let me know what you use your honey for?