We often get the question, "What do bees do in the winter?" It's a great question! In this class, we'll talk about what our bees are naturally inclined to do to prepare for and survive the cold months ahead and what we can do to help them through.

From herbal teas to salves and tinctures, there are a variety of ways that we can harness the power of plants to create herbal remedies right at home! In this hands-on class, we’ll learn to combine the power of plants with the medicines that come from a beehive by practicing a few simple techniques. Participants will leave with a custom herbal infusion and supplies to craft an herbal salve at home.

Join Ken Parker for this fun and tasty class!

Hosted at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens! This workshop is focused on educating participants about the diverse range of edible wild native plants found in Western New York. Attendees will learn to identify, harvest, and prepare these plants, enhancing their appreciation for local biodiversity and promoting sustainable foraging practices. 

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

Join Ken Parker for this fun and fascinating class!

This workshop is focused on educating participants about the diverse range of edible wild native plants found in Western New York. Attendees will learn to identify, harvest, and prepare these plants, enhancing their appreciation for local biodiversity and promoting sustainable foraging practices. 

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

Join local native plant expert Ken Parker for a class we're really excited to host! Ken will take you through a selection of his favorite native plants for the home garden. You'll learn why these plants are not just pretty to look at, but incredibly important to restoring our local ecosystem. We're sure you'll leave feeling inspired to add a few of these beauties to your landscape!

There is no fee for this class, but please register so we can save you a seat.

Meet members of our local Wild Ones chapter and talk native plants here at Masterson’s! We’re thrilled that WNY has our very own Wild Ones chapter. If you’re into native plants, or WANT to be, this group is an amazing resource for our community.

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

If you’ve been wanting to support local wildlife on your property, but don’t know where to start, then this is the class for you. Join Master Naturalist trainee Bryan Jackson as he simplifies the recipe. Learn how to choose the right plants for the right areas, how they will support wildlife and how to care for them.

Thinking of becoming a beekeeper in 2025? This is the place to start! We’ll cover all of the basics you need to know before deciding to get your first hive, plus everything you’ll want to know before you bring your bees home.

Thinking of becoming a beekeeper in 2025? This is the place to start! We’ll cover all of the basics you need to know before deciding to get your first hive, plus everything you’ll want to know before you bring your bees home.

We often get the question, "What do bees do in the winter?" It's a great question! In this class, we'll talk about what our bees are naturally inclined to do to prepare for and survive the cold months ahead and what we can do to help them through.

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

Join us under the wisteria for a really unique crafting experience with our friend, Tami Fuller of Blubird Studio. Armed with a hammer and fresh botanicals right from our gardens, you’ll spend the evening learning about natural dyes and creating your own piece of natural art. Bring a friend, bring a drink, and prepare to immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of pounding hammers.

This class will answer all of the most frequently asked questions we get here at the store. We'll talk about all of the things to consider before committing to backyard beekeeping, including cost and time commitment.

Thinking of becoming a beekeeper in 2024? This is the place to start! We’ll cover all of the basics you need to know before deciding to get your first hive, plus everything you’ll want to know before you bring your bees home.

Thinking of becoming a beekeeper in 2024? This is the place to start! We’ll cover all of the basics you need to know before deciding to get your first hive, plus everything you’ll want to know before you bring your bees home.

We are thrilled to partner with Tara and Jeff Hahn of Hahn's Honeybee Haven to present an in-depth look at preparing hives for winter.

Tara and Jeff have years of beekeeping experience under their ...beesuits?...and have developed some highly successful methods for overwintering hives in all sorts of conditions. Their success rate is fantastic, and well-deserved as they have put a great deal of time into learning, researching, and practicing the art of keeping bees.

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

We’re thrilled to have Tami from Blubird Studio back in the house! Er, well, back in the greenhouse. Join us for a beautiful afternoon of crafting, surrounded by the signs of spring here at Masterson’s.

We all know that we're supposed to inspect our hives. But what the heck are we looking for in there?

Join us in the apiary for a hand-on experience. We'll open up a hive together and see what the bees can teach us. From suiting up and lighting a smoker to proper hive etiquette to locating the queen, we'll share what we've picked up over the years.

Are you starting to panic? You're not alone! Bringing home a box of stinging bugs can be a little intimidating the first time around. Come join us and other aspiring beekeepers for an informal "what to expect" class. We'll cover everything you should know to be prepared for the arrival of your new bees.

This class will answer all of the most frequently asked questions we get here at the store. We'll talk about all of the things to consider before committing to backyard beekeeping, including cost and time commitment.

Thinking of becoming a beekeeper in 2023? This is the place to start! We’ll cover all of the basics you need to know before deciding to get your first hive, plus everything you’ll want to know before you bring your bees home.