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Bear Country Bees
3 lb. Bee Package & Nuc Pre-Orders For 2022
Bee package and nucs available only via local pickup in Utah & Salt Lake Counties!
Why Do Beekeepers Love Bee Packages?
Quick Start
In agriculture, getting started quickly can make all the difference in how successful you are. Bee packages enable you to get started quickly.
Queen Guarantee
You might not have a queen when you capture a wild swarm or perform a hive split. With bee packages, you're guaranteed to have a queen.
Easy Installation
Capturing a swarm, splitting hives, and other methods are more difficult ways to install your bees. Bee package installations are simple & easy.
You might Also be wondering...
What's The Difference Between Italian & Carniolan Honey Bees?
This is a common question we receive from our beekeepers. Check out the pricing table below where we've provided a quick comparison that highlight the main differences.
If you'd like additional information, check out our Italian v.s. Carniolan comparison post on our blog.
Get in on the early bird pre-order pricing...
Select Your Bee Packages
3 lb. Italian Honey Bee Package
$ 192
/package
Calm honey bees that build up strong colonies, produce a large honey crop & winter well.
*Prices do not include sales tax
3 lb. Carniolan Honey Bee Package
$ 192
/package
Docile honey bees that begin foraging early in the spring & build up lots of beeswax
*Prices do not include sales tax
5-Frame Nuc + Italian Honey Bees
$ 254
/nuc
Calm honey bees that build up strong colonies, produce a large honey crop & winter well.
*Prices do not include sales tax
5-Frame Nuc + Carniolan Honey Bees
$ 254
/nuc
Docile honey bees that begin foraging early in the spring & build up lots of beeswax
*Prices do not include sales tax
When you click one of the "Add to Cart" buttons above, you'll be redirected to your shopping cart on our Store. The bee package(s) or nuc(s) you choose will be automatically added to you cart and from there, you'll be able to complete your bee package pre-orders.
Please note: all bee packages and nucs are only available via local pickup on their respective Bee Package or Nuc pickup days
Testimonials
You'll Be Kept In The Loop
We are 100% committed to keep you in the loop all along the way. you'll know all of the pertinent details ahead of time.
"I haven't had a good experience with the other suppliers in the area, but I really like the way these guys do business. One thing that has impressed me all along the way with Bear Country Bees is that they are very good at communicating in a professional and timely manner. My other favorite thing is that they arranged a bee package drop-off in Salt Lake City for those of us that live farther away so we didn't have to travel as far . That was a nice personal touch. All around great service!"
"One thing that has impressed me...with Bear Country Bees is that they are very good at communicating in a professional and timely manner."
Mark Wirthlin
4th-year beekeeper
You'll Be Blown Away By Our Service Quality
We believe in providing the best service in the industry to all of our customers. yes, that includes you :)
"Bear Country Bees has a MUCH better service quality than other bee package suppliers I've tried. I'm much more satisfied with what I received here. They made bee package pre-orders very easy and kept me very well updated on the arrival status."
"Bear Country Bees has a MUCH better service quality than other bee package suppliers...I'm much more satisfied."
Mary Gerard
6th-year beekeeper
You'll Get 1-On-1 Coaching
We're not the type of company that sells you something then leaves you high & dry with no help. we're here to make sure you're successful.
The Package Pickup Event that the guys at Bear Country Bees put on was really enjoyable! Not only were they really professional and personable, we appreciated that they took extra time to coach us while we were there. They were really prepared with extra supplies and made solid recommendations on what would best fit our needs. We'll definitely order from them in the future!
"We appreciated that they took extra time to coach us...and made solid recommendations on what would best fit our needs."
Mark Knutson
7th-year beekeeper
Why Do I Have To Pre-Order My Packages?
Packages are available on a first come, first served basis and even though we order extra packages every year, we completely sell out.
As such, bee package pre-orders are a necessity to ensure you secure bees for the upcoming season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions about bee package pre-orders
When will my packages come?
When & where can I pick up my bees?
Can I get other supplies at the same time?
Will the prices for packages increase?
When do I have to have my order in?
Can I get my bees shipped to me?
What should I do after I order my packages?
Why did the prices go up from last year?
Our customers love bee packages because they are the fastest & easiest way to get off to a successful start as a beekeeper.
Bryce MacCabe
Bear Country Bees, CEO
Secure Your Bee Packages!
Click below to select your packages or nucs for pre-order before they are all gone. We'll be contacting you shortly thereafter to confirm your order and give you the details for what you need to do next.