Beekeeping Consultation/Mentorship
Want to learn more about beekeeping? Book this one-on-one session for help tailored to your needs
Service Description
Whether you're new to beekeeping or have years of experience, our beekeeping consultation provides valuable insights and mentorship to help you succeed. Delivered at your property or our apiary, this one-on-one session is tailored to your specific needs. Contact us to schedule your consultation today, prices starting at $25 an hour. 815-821-9172
Cancellation Policy
All tours must be booked in advance, via the online registration system at least 24 hours before the scheduled tour time. To book on the day of the event, if the link does not work, please call 815-297-3366 to register. Beekeeping Tours Important Information: • Attendees with bee sting allergies should not come to the apiary and should consider an off-site honey tasting instead. • Location: Dry Creek Beekeeping, 489 South Clark Lane, Elizabeth, IL 61028. * Ages 6+ • ARRIVAL: Check-in onsite BEFORE tour time, 5-15 minutes early. • ONLINE WAIVER must be signed before arrival, including parents' consent for children (ages 6-17). • Weather updates will be communicated via email or phone. • Read the cancellation policy at the end. Tour Information: • Arrive no sooner than 20 minutes before tour time. • Tour includes education, hive visit, and mini honey tasting. • Minimal walking distance, provided beekeeping suit, gloves, and hood. • Closed-toed shoes required, do not wear perfume / cologne, or eat bananas before arriving (bees don’t like these scents). • Beekeeper may use a smoker; potential for a smoke odor. • Participants must be physically able, stay with the guide, no pets. • Restroom and handwashing facilities provided. • Photos allowed to be taken- must wear provided gloves (they work with a smartphone) • No drugs or alcohol allowed. Changes/Cancellations: • Email changes to drycreektoursandtastings@gmail.com up to 24 hours before tour time with booking parties' names. • Cancellation refunds: More than 72 hours = 100%, 24-72 hours = 50%, less than 24 hours = no refund. Refunds will go back on payment provided with a small fee applied by the bank that is a pass-through cost. • Private group cancellations require notice 4 days before for a full refund. Weather-related Cancellations: • If weather affects bee’s health or activity, tours may be canceled. • Option for honey tasting instead. • Customers notified via email and phone for cancellations. • Refunds provided for tours canceled by Dry Creek Beekeeping
Contact Details
489 South Clark Lane, Elizabeth, IL, USA