Apiary Tour · August 22–23, 2026 · Lewisburg, West Virginia
A weekend open house at select Appalachian honey farms in the Greenbrier Valley and Allegheny Highlands, showcasing West Virginia's prized sourwood and tulip poplar honeys. Visitors tour active apiaries, participate in honey extraction, and taste varietals unique to the Appalachian region. The West Virginia Beekeepers Association coordinates the farm trail with maps, guided tasting sessions, and educational talks on Appalachian bee forage plants and sustainable mountain beekeeping.
Type: Apiary Tour
Date: August 22–23, 2026
Location: State Fairgrounds of West Virginia, 902 Maplewood Ave, Lewisburg, West Virginia
Official website: West Virginia Sourwood & Appalachian Honey Farm Open House
Apiary tours offer a behind-the-scenes look at working bee yards, with guided walks through hive operations and fresh honey sampling directly from the comb.
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