Hashtag: #Bees
Video: Bermuda Wildlife Virtual Photo Gallery
Today [March 3] marks World Wildlife Day, and Bernews’ latest Virtual Art Gallery showcases a spectacular display of Bermuda’s wildlife; from humpback whales, sea turtles, the iconic longtail and lively lizards scurrying around, this collection of stunning photos offers a unique glimpse into the beauty of the island’s inhabitants... Read more of this article
Local Honey & Beeswax Candles For Valentine’s
“Buy your honey something sweet this Valentine’s Day,” is the rather apt sales description from a local company offering honey and beeswax candle bundles, with Wild Island Apiaries saying they are “happy to offer an option for people to shop local and sustainable.” In describing the package shown above, which sells for $43.50... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Walter Roban On Bees
Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban held a press conference this afternoon [May 20] to provide an update on Bermuda’s bees and the Ministry’s partnership with MIT. Minister Roban said, “As many of you will know, for a while now I have had an interest in beekeeping and the important role bees have in our environment. So, it should come as... Read more of this article
Bermuda Beeswax Gets An International Launch
The Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban celebrates Bermuda’s partnership with MIT in the release of Bermuda beeswax as part of an initiative with their space programme. A Government spokesperson said, “MIT Media Lab and the Ministry have a relationship through the participation of Dr. Danielle Wood, who leads the Space Enabled group, whose... Read more of this article
Video: BTA Spotlights Spencer Field Beekeeping
In the first of a series featuring ‘BTA Harvest Heroes’ for the 2021 Restaurant Weeks, the Bermuda Tourism Authority highlighted Spencer Field of Passion Fields Beekeeping. The BTA said, “Today we’re spotlighting Spencer Field of Passion Fields Beekeeping Ltd. He’s helping to restore our bee population while producing... Read more of this article
‘Roof Wetting’ Held For New Beehives At Bacardi
Noting that it is part of their “ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability,” Bacardi recently welcomed ‘new tenants’ as honeybees moved in as part of the Aberfeldy Barrels and Bees program, with the company holding a ‘roof wetting’ for the new beehives at the Bacardi building. A spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
Bee Hive Near The Entrance Of Fort Hamilton
An active bee hive has been identified near the entrance of Fort Hamilton, and the City has engaged the services of bee keeper to relocate the hive, and in the meantime the City is urging visitors to the Fort to be “aware of the situation and proceed with caution.” A City of Hamilton spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton advises... Read more of this article
8 Week Beekeeping Course Beginning In April
Passion Fields Maintenance and Beekeeping will be holding an 8-week beekeeping course starting in April. In an online post, Passion Fields Maintenance and Beekeeping Ltd. said, “Discover the inner workings of a bee hive! We are so pleased to be introducing a 8-week beekeeping course, beginning in April. “Meet with us once a week, on either... Read more of this article
Bee Hive In Hamilton To Be Removed Tomorrow
The City of Hamilton said that a hive of bees has been identified in a tree near the junction of Dundonald Street East and King Street. Beekeeper Spencer Field, of Passion Fields, has assessed the hive and scheduled its removal from the tree for approximately 9.30am on Thursday, November 29th. He said, “This hive is quite high up in the tree but the... Read more of this article
Photos: Bee Hive To Be Removed At Arboretum
[Updated with photos & video] The Department of Parks is advising that tomorrow [Sept 24], starting at 6.00pm “trained bee keepers and Parks crews will facilitate the removal of a bee hive at the Arboretum.” “The bee hive is located near the Arboretum parking lot, and the Parks Department is advising the public that there will... Read more of this article
Video: Beekeeper Relocates Bees From City Tree
Beekeeper Spencer Field, of Passion Fields, tonight [July 19] captured a swarm of bees that had set up house in a tree outside of the Church of God Heritage Worship Centre on Dundonald Street East. Mr. Field explained that the bees would be moved to a hive in a location a couple of miles away and introduced to a new queen. The access hole in the tree... Read more of this article
Bee Hive In Hamilton To Be Removed On Thurs
The City of Hamilton confirmed that a hive of bees has been identified in a tree outside of the Church of God Heritage Worship Centre on Dundonald Street East, and said it will be removed tomorrow. Beekeeper Spencer Field, of Passion Fields, has assessed the hive and scheduled its removal from the tree on Thursday, July 19th, at approximately 7pm. He... Read more of this article
Long-Standing Bee Hive Removed In Hamilton
The City of Hamilton today confirmed that a long-standing hive of bees that had taken up residence in a hole in a Poinciana tree at the junction of King and Union Streets by Jubilee Park has been safely removed. Calls to remove the tree had garnered support from concerned neighbouring residents as the bees were deemed by some to be a health hazard. City... Read more of this article
BZS Lecture: “Introduction To Bermuda’s Bees”
The latest installment in the Bermuda Zoological Society lecture series will see a talk presented by Mr. Tom Sinclair on the topic of “Introduction to Bermuda’s Bees.” The lecture will take place on Thursday, October 19 at 7.00pm, with doors opening at 6.30pm. The event is free and open to the public, with a donation of $5 “gratefully accepted.” The... Read more of this article
X-Roads Thank Beekeeper Spencer Field
X-Roads Warriors FC extended their thanks to beekeeper Spencer Field, for removing a large bee hive that formed near the changing facilities at Warrior Park, which began to interfere with children playing football and area residents living nearby the field. Live stream replay of Mr Field removing bees who swarmed last year: The club explained that... Read more of this article
Police Advise Caution At Devonshire Bee Swarm
Police responded to the area of Hermitage Road and Devon Springs Road in Devonshire this morning [Oct 8], where a swarm of bees was located near the roadside. A Police spokesperson said, “Police have received a report of a huge swarm of bees spreading across the road at the junction of Hermitage Road and Devon Springs Road in Devonshire [south... Read more of this article
