Honey Harvest & Farm Experience at Fat Beet Farm
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Open to all fitness levels, no prior experience needed
Overview
Join Fat Beet Farm’s annual honey harvest to learn beekeeping, jar your own honey, and enjoy a farm-fresh biscuit brunch. A perfect fall adventure for families and honey lovers!
Bees & Biscuits: Honey Harvest
Harvest your own honey straight from the hive!
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of beekeeping at Fat Beet Farm's Annual Fall Honey Harvest Event! Dive into the art of honey harvesting, jar your own honey, and savor a delicious biscuit brunch featuring homemade biscuits paired with freshly harvested honey. It's a unique blend of education and culinary delight!
Join Fat Beet Farm and Josh from Florida Queen & Colony for our Annual Fall Honey Harvest Event! Learn all about beekeeping in Florida and get hands-on experience harvesting honey straight from a hive! You’ll even get to jar some of your own to take home.
Afterwards, enjoy a biscuit brunch provided by Fat Beet Farm! Serving our homemade biscuits with freshly harvested honey, of course.
Adventure Tips
Dress for the farm
Wear long sleeves, closed-toe shoes, and gloves to stay protected around bees.
Arrive early in the day
Morning sessions allow for better hive activity and cooler weather.
Bring a jar or container
If you'd like to take home some of your harvested honey, bring an airtight jar.
Stay hydrated
Bring water and take breaks to enjoy the farm views during the event.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Red foxes
- Blue herons
History
Fat Beet Farm has been a family-run operation for over 50 years, emphasizing sustainable farming and bee conservation.
Conservation
The farm prioritizes pollinator health by avoiding pesticides and supporting native plant growth to sustain local bee populations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable clothing
Wear durable, long-sleeved clothes to protect against bee stings and farm dirt.
fall specific
Sturdy closed-toe shoes
Protect your feet while walking around hives and farm grounds.
Hat and sunglasses
Shield yourself from the sun while working outdoors.
Reusable jar with lid
Bring your own jar if you'd like to take home your honey.