Pickaway County Ag Days

We were pleased to participate in the Pickaway County Virtual Ag Days, which was designed to provide interesting and engaging youth-focused education that builds awareness of food and farming in the community. This is part 1 of a 3 part series that was shown to 4th graders in Pickaway County, but we believe it is interesting for bee-lovers of all ages.

The cast of Honeyrun Farm - Japanese TV Stars

Back in early January, we were contacted by the Japanese TV network NHK (which is the US equivalent of PBS) and were asked if we wanted to be interviewed for one of their shows. It's designed to teach young Japanese children English phrases and words, while also teaching them about different places and cultures throughout the world. After several hours of Skype meetings and interviews, here is the finished product (10 minutes long.) It was a great experience for our kids. If you reach the end you will finally know how to spell our names, and see a cameo by Cliff our steer and Lilac the goat. Watch the video here (sorry I couldn’t embed it.) Enjoy!

We're Moving on OUT... OUTDOOR market is here!

-posted by Jayne

We’re happy to announce the Worthington Farmer’s Market is moving back outdoors Saturday May 1st to our traditional Olde Worthington location, 8 a.m. - noon. We’ll be in our typical market spot across from House Wine at 644 High St, Worthington, OH 43085. You can find us in this spot every Saturday now through the end of October.

The Honeyfest is also coming back in 2021! Mark you calendar for September 10th and 11th. For more information about this event visit http://centralohiobeekeeper.com/ and follow them on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/Lithopolis-Honeyfest-140715752615419

Isaac has been busy splitting hives and attempting to prevent swarms, however the bees seem to be one step ahead of us and we’ve had plenty of swarms over the past week. Luckily some hives swarm right out the back door at an easy spot for us to catch them and get them in a new spacious hive.

Seth has been back to help us for a few days. So thankful for his work ethic!

And the last big news of the week, we have a new member of the barnyard! Meet Winnie. My sister found this horse for our daughter Maizy about 2 years ago. Maizy has dreamed of having a horse ever since she was very young. My sister was able to care for Winnie for the past few years until we were ready to take on full ownership. This was the biggest reason we rented extra land for added hay fields around our property. We have a lot to learn about owning a horse but we’re leaving the studying up to Maizy. Send advice if you have any.

One happy 11 year old. Some dreams do come true.

The Gates of Honeyrun

-posted by Jayne

I shared some pictures on our Instagram page of all the cool gates and railings Isaac has created here at the farm. I received such a positive response, I figured I shouldn’t let all you blog readers left out. Several of you have asked, “What do beekeepers do in the winter?” The answer is… they make gates!

In other news, the bees made it home safely from their trip to California. They arrived here on March 29th, and Isaac has been busy putting them each in their respective apiaries.

Early morning light. Welcome home bees!

Looking good! Healthy brood, ready for Ohio Spring.

I would be remiss if I didn’t take this opportunity to tell you about a little sale we’re having on chunk honey: today through Friday, take $2.00 off. Only $5 a jar for this gorgeous honeycomb surrounded by light Spring honey! Only here on our website.

Salvation

-Posted by Isaac

Happy Easter!

The bees are home. 700 hives out in the field. Here’s a short video showing what they’re up to at the moment. I think Jayne had a more detailed blog planned, but she’s been busy running a business. I’ve been making videos lately. Last week I had a whole series for you, but instead of saving the world like I intended, they shined a light on some of my issues and the more eccentric aspects of my nature. So, sorry.

This one makes more sense for Honeyrun.