2025 SEASON DATES WILL BE POSTED IN MAY 2025
SOLD OUT FOR 2024 SEASON
THIS OFFERING COMBINES OUR BEEKEEPING + TASTING WITH A HONEY SOMMELIER EXPERIENCES, AT A DISCOUNTED RATE.
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Start your visit to Gibbs Honey with an immersive tour of our home apiary, hives, honey house and wildflower meadows. This guided, hands-on experience is led by Russell Gibbs, expert beekeeper and involves:
- Viewing the dance of the bees
- Queen spotting
- Finding eggs
- Using a smoker
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Getting a glimpse into the intricate workings of a hive
After meeting our bees, we'll host you in our heritage barn for a Tasting led by Andrea Glenn, co-owner of Gibbs Honey and an accredited Level II Honey Sommelier. We'll practice honey tasting methods, trying Gibbs Honey and a selection of unique honey from around the world.
This is the perfect event for friends weekends, team building, birthdays, showers or as a part of your visit to the beautiful Vankleek Hill area. We're located a scenic one hour drive from Ottawa, Montreal or Cornwall.
Total tour time is approximately 2.5 - 3 hrs. Maximum group size of 10.
Once you've selected your date, we'll contact you to coordinate all the details.
Protective equipment will be provided, but please wear long pants and closed toe shoes. Suitable for ages 12+. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Cancellation Policy: You may cancel your registration up to 7 days in advance for refund or rescheduled date if available. Tours will be rescheduled or refunded in the case of inclement weather or minimum number of 2 participants not met.