Great Lakes Bee Company

06/23/2026

June has brought life to the hive! Unswarmed colonies are teeming with bees, and while the queen’s egg-laying may slow a bit, the main honey flow should be kicking in 🍯

The hive is strong, busy, and full of energy — this is when you truly see the payoff of a healthy colony. You should be performing weekly inspections to ensure hive health and queen presence. Add honey supers as needed to keep up with nectar flow, keep a close eye out for signs of swarming, and stay connected by participating in bee club meetings through michiganbees.org — there’s always something new to learn!

June is a rewarding (and busy!) month for beekeepers — every visit to the hive is a reminder of how incredible these pollinators are. 🐝

06/08/2026

Whether you’re just getting started or you’re a seasoned beekeeper, we’ve got everything you need to keep your hive thriving!

🍯 Sturdy hives and frames
🧤 Protective gloves and veils
🔥 Essential equipment like smokers, hive tools, and feeders

Check it all out in the GLBC store!

06/04/2026

🐝We’re in need of an operations assistant! Come join our amazing team at GLBC!

🐝Details: https://thegreatlakesbeecompany.com/2026/06/04/were-hiring-part-time-full-time-operations-assistant/

05/22/2026

Sweet, simple, and straight from the hive! 🐝🍯

Shop with Great Lakes Bee Company, and get 100% pure, locally harvested honey that's packed with natural flavor.

Have your pick with Hasselman's, Michigan Wild, and SayLa Bee in our online store!

Hasselman’s  Michigan Wild SayLaBee Infused  Flower Dancer Honey Sticks

05/11/2026

It was a great day for our annual bee pickup day for nucs on Saturday! Thank you to all of our volunteers who helped make pickup day a smooth experience! We wish all of our beekeepers a successful bee season!

05/06/2026

DON'T FORGET: Nuc pick-ups will be THIS SATURDAY - MAY 9!

If you purchased a Nuc, we sent you an email with all of the information for pickup. Check your email (including junk/spam folders) for additional details. Any questions? TEXT: 231-335-0699

⏰8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
📍Great Lakes Bee Company, 5973 S. Warner Ave., Fremont, MI 49412
🐝 5 frame nucs: No additional box or covering is needed.
🐝9 frame nucs: You will need your bottom board (wood please), your inner/outer covers, and a set of ratchet straps for transportation.

Payment is due at pickup: cash, check, credit card (3% transaction fee)

05/04/2026

REMINDER: Nuc pick-ups will be THIS SATURDAY - MAY 9!

⏰8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
📍Great Lakes Bee Company, 5973 S. Warner Ave., Fremont, MI 49412
🐝 5 frame nucs: No additional box or covering is needed.
🐝9 frame nucs: You will need your bottom board (wood please), your inner/outer covers, and a set of ratchet straps for transportation.

Payment is due at pickup: cash, check, credit card (3% transaction fee)

If you purchased a Nuc, we sent you an email with all of the information for pickup. Check your email (including junk/spam folders) for additional details. Any questions? TEXT: 231-335-0699

04/30/2026

🐝It’s time for Nuc pick-ups! Happening NEXT SATURDAY – MAY 9
⏰8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
📍Great Lakes Bee Company, 5973 S. Warner Ave., Fremont, MI 49412
🐝 If you purchased a Nuc, we sent you an email with all of the information for pickup. Check your email (including junk/spam folders) for additional details. Any questions? TEXT: 231-335-0699

We can’t wait to see you there!

04/20/2026

🐝 We had a great day for our bee package pickups on Saturday! Thank you to our bee volunteers and customers for making the day a success!

🐝 Nuc pickups are scheduled for Saturday, May 9!!

04/16/2026

🐝Get Ready! Bee pickups are here! Happening THIS SATURDAY – APRIL 18: Pickups for Bee Packages and Queens
⏰8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
📍Great Lakes Bee Company, 5973 S. Warner Ave., Fremont, MI 49412

🐝WE WILL NOT HOLD BEES PAST TUESDAY, APRIL 21. If you are unable to pick up your bees, 𝐓𝐄𝐗𝐓: 231-335-0699.

🐝Save the Date for Nuc Pickup: Saturday, May 9!