About Mark's Honey Bees
From Hobby to Passion
What started as a single backyard hive has grown into a full-fledged beekeeping operation serving the El Dorado Hills community and beyond. Like many beekeepers, the journey began with curiosity—a fascination with these incredible insects and the vital role they play in our ecosystem.
Over the years, that single hive multiplied. Learning came through hands-on experience, mentorship from seasoned beekeepers, and countless hours observing the complex social world inside each colony. Today, Mark's Honey Bees maintains multiple apiaries across the El Dorado County foothills.
Our philosophy is simple: healthy bees produce great honey. We prioritize colony health using sustainable practices, minimal treatments, and careful management that works with the bees' natural behaviors rather than against them.
What We Believe In
Our values guide everything we do, from hive management to customer service.
Bee-First Approach
Healthy, happy bees are productive bees. We make management decisions based on what's best for the colony, not just what's convenient. This means sustainable practices, minimal interventions, and respect for the bees' natural cycles.
Local Focus
We're proud to be part of the El Dorado Hills community. Our honey reflects the unique terroir of our region—the wildflowers, the oak woodlands, the foothill climate. We believe local food strengthens local communities.
Quality Over Quantity
We don't mass-produce. Our honey is harvested in small batches, minimally processed, and never blended with honey from other sources. What you get is pure, raw honey exactly as the bees made it.
Education & Sharing
Beekeeping has taught us so much, and we love sharing that knowledge. Whether it's helping a first-time beekeeper get started or explaining to a curious neighbor why that swarm appeared, we're always happy to talk bees.
Our Apiaries
Our hives are located throughout the El Dorado County foothills, each site chosen for its unique forage and environment.
El Dorado Hills
Our home base, surrounded by oak woodlands and wildflower meadows.
Shingle Springs
Higher elevation sites with manzanita, toyon, and spring wildflowers.
Seasonal Sites
We move some hives seasonally to follow the bloom and support local farms.
Want to Learn More?
We'd love to hear from you. Whether you have questions about our honey, need bee services, or just want to chat about bees—reach out!