Welcome to Session Two: Buzzing About Bees! This morning the Young Naturalists walked next door to Bramble Hill Farm, where Hans Leo manages the farm and keeps bees. Hans spoke to us about the different parts of a honeybee hive and the different jobs bees have. We got to hold and sniff the frames which held the hexagonal cells in which bees lay their eggs and produce honey. They smelled sooo good! Like beeswax! We learned that it takes the work of tens of thousands of bees just to make a teaspoon of honey! Campers had many questions about how bees sting and what happens when they sting. I learned that bees can sting each other and other insects! Hans showed us his beautiful bee garden. The beehives faced a garden that was overflowing with organic flowers that bees love, such as basil, borage, lemon balm, catnip and thyme. Many of these herbs and flowers have healthy, immune-boosting properties for bees. Campers were inspired to help bees - one boy mentioned that he would really like to plant some wildflower seeds at home to provide more food for the bees. It was so lovely to be up on the hill on this beautiful day!
The Explorers are on a field trip today. I heard reports of many many cool insects found at Mt. Pollux! They are heading to the pool for the afternoon. Pictures coming soon, I hope!
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