Among the Bees at Heidrun Meadery – Point Reyes Station, CA

AMONG THE BEES

Picnic Lunch • Meet the Bees • Honey Harvesting • Mead Tasting

Sunday, July 19 | Noon–4:00 PM | 6 Guests Max

An unforgettable afternoon with one of nature’s most extraordinary creatures. A one-of-a-kind West Marin experience with Ovalsand Yoga & Wellness.

Spend an immersive afternoon at Heidrun Meadery, where you’ll discover the fascinating world of honeybees, experience the art of beekeeping firsthand, and learn how honey becomes sparkling mead.

We’ll begin with a nourishing picnic lunch on the beautiful grounds of Heidrun Meadery, surrounded by rolling hills, olive trees, wildflowers, and gardens giving everyone an opportunity to relax, settle in, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings before our beekeeping adventure begins.

After lunch, we’ll meet Heidrun’s master beekeepers, suit up in protective bee gear, and make our way toward the apiary—the place where honeybee colonies live and thrive.

Guided by experienced beekeepers and dressed in protective suits, we’ll do a hands-on inspection of working hives. From those hives, we’ll pull frames laden with honey to hand-extract, and jar up estate honey to take home with you!

You may be surprised to discover that honeybees are far more interested in going about their work than paying attention to us. Busy gathering nectar, tending the hive, and supporting their queen, they aren’t something to fear—they’re remarkable pollinators that make much of the food we eat and the landscapes we love possible.

Following our time with the bees, we’ll take a guided tour of the meadery to discover how Heidrun transforms raw honey into its award-winning sparkling meads using champagne methods.

Mead is crafted entirely from honey rather than grapes, making it one of the world’s oldest fermented beverages. Heidrun Meadery takes its name from Heidrun, the mythical Norse goat said to produce the magical mead enjoyed by Odin and the gods. Fortunately, today’s sparkling mead comes entirely from honey—not goats!

We’ll conclude our afternoon with a guided tasting of Heidrun’s distinctive sparkling meads, appredciating the remarkable journey from flower to flute!

By the end of the afternoon, you’ll likely leave with a newfound appreciation for these extraordinary little creatures.

Your Experience Includes

• Nourishing picnic lunch
• Hosted introduction to honeybees and beekeeping
• Protective bee suit and safety instruction
• Guided visit to a working apiary and meadery
• Hands-on honey harvesting experience
• Jar of estate honey to take home
• Sparkling mead tasting
• Small-group experience (maximum 6 guests)

A New Appreciation for Honeybees

Honeybees are responsible for pollinating roughly one-third of the food we eat, supporting countless fruits, vegetables, nuts, wildflowers, and native ecosystems. Spending time among them offers a fascinating glimpse into nature’s intelligence and leaves many guests with a newfound appreciation for these remarkable pollinators and the quiet, essential work they do every day.

What to Wear/Bring

• Comfortable outdoor clothing
• Layers for changing weather (lightweight long sleeved shirt, long pants, jacket/hoodie)
• Closed-toe shoes or outdoor boots
• Hat and sun protection
• Water bottle
• Avoid perfumes or heavily scented lotions

Good to Know

• Maximum of 6 guests. Ages 21 and over for mead tasting.
• No previous beekeeping experience is necessary.
• Protective bee suits and equipment are provided.
• This experience takes place outdoors.
• Participants should be comfortable walking on uneven ground.
• If you have a known allergy to bee stings, please contact us before registering. We also have other non-bee related events for you to enjoy.

Cancellation Policy

Because this experience involves scheduling with our beekeeping partners, cancellations within 72 hours are non-refundable unless your reservation can be filled. You may transfer your ticket to another person within 72 hours of the event date and time. Please notify the organizer immediately of the name and cellphone of the person replacing you.

In the event of severe weather or conditions that are unsafe for the bees or participants, the experience may be rescheduled or refunded.

Ready to Join Us?

Come experience the wonder of honeybees, the beauty of West Marin, and an unforgettable afternoon of learning, connection, and discovery.