The idea for Tactical Honey came about in the summer of 2023, following foot surgery where I was immobile for several months, including on my birthday. During that time, I had to take a break from my regular activities and from my job. Initially the downtime was nice, but very quickly, my heart was asking, “What’s next in my life’s journey?”
There was no sudden flash or profound revelation, no burning bush to light the way. But bees were literally crossing my path, hanging out on flowers in my garden, buzzing by me to say hi. Gradually, more and more bee-related things were brought to my attention.
Then the School of Traditional Skills (STS), offering online homesteading courses, introduced a Natural Beekeeping class led by Adam Martin of Bee Kept in Tennessee. As an STS member, I was excited to dive into this course upon its release. I eagerly absorbed every lesson, which inspired me to read “Keeping Bees with a Smile,” a book that has since become a cornerstone in shaping my approach to beekeeping.
What began as a mild fascination soon escalated into full-blown BEE FEVER! During my downtime, I immersed myself in countless videos and absorbed a wealth of knowledge from books, podcasts, and workshops. I started making plans to eventually have my own bees.
A friend in Hutto, Texas, who practices natural, treatment-free beekeeping, was an invaluable resource. He recommended further reading and invited me to assist in removing bees from a water meter box. Naturally, I agreed!
This story continues: Water Meter Bees
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