07/31/2026
Here’s a story, we’d like to share from a fellow SA follower -
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“We recently had a swarm of bees at our home. Our first thought was to spray them—which we did, but then we realized they could be honeybees. We wanted to do the right thing and help these little pollinators, so I went to the Highlands Beekeepers Association's website. Right there on the home page was a ‘bee removal’ option. I reported the swarm and was quickly contacted by a local beekeeper. He came out to our house, answered our questions, gave us a little education on bees and let us know that if the swarm were honeybees, they could be safely relocated to a honeybee farm. Unfortunately, and regrettably, the bees infesting our soffit were yellow jackets. But, we had no idea this service existed, so I wanted to share it in case it helps someone else. If you find a swarm of bees, don't assume they need to be exterminated. Instead, consider contacting the Highlands Beekeepers Association first. You may be able to help protect an important pollinator while safely resolving the situation.
We want to say “thank you” to Highlands Beekeepers Association and Chris R. who took the time to come out, answer our questions, and educate us about these amazing creatures. Thank you for offering this service to our community and for the work you do every day to help protect bees and other pollinators. Your dedication is truly appreciated!”
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For more information or to report your own swarm – visit
🐝 Website: https://www.highlandsbeekeepers.com/
And, we want to hear from you –
Have you ever worked with a local service, organization, or community resource that made a difference for animals, wildlife, or the environment? We’d love to hear about it! Comment below because you might help someone else discover a valuable service they didn’t know existed!
