Honeybee Discovery Center

06/24/2026

Thank you for allowing us to bring some fun learning stations to your beautiful location to celebrate Pollinator Week 🐝

06/14/2026

“I just love bees so much” 🐝

Emily had a fun time work our booth at the annual Pollinator Party at William B. Ide Adobe State Park yesterday.

Did you attend this year?!

06/08/2026

Bee sure to register!!! 🐝

https://regenerativeag.csuchico.edu/programs/practical-beekeeping-shtml-5/

Back by poplar demand....
Intro to Beekeeping Course

Course Dates:
June 16 - July 10, 2026 (4 weeks)
Live Online Class Meetings:
Tuesday 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Registration Deadline: June 9, 2026
Fully online.
Faculty: Emily Helton.

This class is taught in collaboration with the Honeybee Discover Center by Emily Helton. She served as a Research and Extension Technician at the University of Florida Honey Bee Lab for six years and contributed to research on native bees, varroa mites, pesticides, nutrition, and more. Helton helped develop the University of Florida’s Online Master Beekeeper Program, wrote the book, “Expert Guide to Honey Bees & Beekeeping”, and leads public education efforts at the Honeybee Discovery Center.

This course will introduce you to the biology of honey bees (Apis mellifera) and provides a comprehensive overview of beekeeping practices. Learn about the life cycle, anatomy, behavior, and ecology of honey bees and explore essential beekeeping methods such as hive management, honey production, and disease control. The course combines theoretical and practical knowledge.

This class is available to be taken singly for continuing education purposes or general interest. It is an optional elective for the Technical Assistance Provider Certification Program.

Registration link on our website!
https://www.csuchico.edu/regenerativeagriculture/educational-programs/practical-beekeeping.shtml

06/06/2026

Double the twins, Double the fun 🐝

06/05/2026

We kicked off our summer fun with a group tour from 🐝

Thank you for visiting the Honeybee Discovery Center!

06/04/2026

🐝 Join us!!! 🐝

T.bar Takeover to support Honeybee Discovery Center!

📍 T.bar 250 Vallombrosa Ave, Suite 200
Chico, CA 95926
📅 June 26th
⏰ 4:00 – 8:00 pm

When you grab your favorite drink or bite during this time, 20% of your purchase will be donated to Honeybee Discovery Center — helping protect pollinators, support education, and build a sweeter future for bees and humans alike. 🌼🍯

✅ Be sure to tell the staff at check-out that you’re there for the Honeybee Discovery Center Takeover so your purchase counts!

Tag a friend you’re bringing with you and let’s create a buzz for a great cause! 💛

06/04/2026

Join us to celebrate pollinators at the William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park on Saturday, June 13!

Enjoy a butterfly fashion exhibit, create your own pollinator crafts to take home, watch a live butterfly and ladybug release, and more!

-Butterfly fashion exhibit
-Crafts
-Activities
-Music
-Giveaways
-Pollinator costumes contest with prizes
-StoryWalk
-Special guests
-Live Observation Hive 🐝 provided by Honeybee Discovery Center

The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

06/04/2026

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Countdown alert: 10 days to the Pollinator Party!

Huge thank-you to our special guests and supporters.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you on June 13 from 10am–2pm!