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National Honeybee Day | Saturday August 16 | 10am-3pm
Beekeepers - We Want Your Honey Sample!
Calling all beekeepers! We invite you to submit your honey samples for our upcoming Honey Tasting Contest. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your unique, locally produced honey and compete for three cash prizes. $100 for first place, $50 for second place, and $25 for third place plus each winner receives a ribbon!
Submit your samples today and be part of this sweet event!
Honey Tasting Contest
Help crown the winner! Taste a variety of local honey and cast your votes.
*Kids taste for FREE, and those over 12 are $5 per person—funding the prizes for our beekeeper winners! Each adult receives 5 votes. Kids receive 1 vote.
Voting runs from 10am to 2:30pm. Winner announced at 3pm. Beekeepers, you do not have to be present to win.
Extra proceeds from the tasting are donated to the YCBA.
Live Hive Frame
Presented by the York County Beekeepers Association (YCBA), this is your chance to explore a live hive frame and gain insights into the fascinating world of beekeeping. Learn about the vital role bees play in our ecosystems, how hives are maintained, and the process of honey production. If you're lucky enough to spot the queen bee among the hive, you'll receive a special sticker to mark the achievement. It’s an educational and fun experience for all ages!
Food Truck: Moe's Italian Subs (Berwick Branch)
We’re excited to welcome Moe’s Italian Subs to Honeybee Day at York Woods Tree! A local favorite, Moe’s is known for their fresh, classic Italian subs made just the way you like them. With crisp veggies, savory meats, and that signature Maine-style flavor, Moe’s is the perfect addition to this summer celebration. Come hungry — it’s their first time at Honeybee Day and you won’t want to miss it!
Craft Fair
Join us for our Annual Summer Craft Market at Honeybee Day! Explore a variety of handmade goods from local artisans while celebrating the importance of bees and pollinators. It’s the perfect day to shop unique crafts, learn about beekeeping, and enjoy fun activities for the whole family. Don’t miss out on this sweet event!
Pollinator Garden Tips and Trends
Want to attract more bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects? Our greenhouse staff is here to help!
Get expert advice on pollinator-friendly plants, current garden trends, and easy tips to support pollinators at home.
Free pamphlets and handouts available—stop by and start planting with purpose!
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