Come relax and experience apitherapy in our bee bed.
Immerse yourself in the healing sound, vibration, warmth, and heavenly aroma of the bees! Bee beds have been popular in Europe for years, providing a uniquely soothing, meditative, and healing environment for those seeking alternative therapies, or for people who just want to revel in the experience of sleeping with the bees!
Lay on top of four beehives, each buzzing with thousands of bees. The bees gather nectar from flowers which is about 70% water. The water must be evaporated to a level of about 19% to make honey. The aroma of the evaporating flower water is heavenly, and in Europe, has been used as a treatment for lung ailments and many other health problems. See the links below for more on this.
That being said, we are not doctors, nor do we work in the medical field. We make no claims for this being a medical treatment. But, there are several European countries that do recognize breathing beehive air as a potential remedy for treating asthma, bronchitis, lung fibrosis, and respiratory tract infections.
This is the actual bed that you will lay on. The red cedar boards in the middle are called “cover boards,” and cover the four beehives directly underneath, preventing the bees from entering the bed space. The vent holes on either side allow air from the hives to circulate up into the bee bed area, but are covered with screen below that also prevents the bees from entering the top side.
FAQ
Will I get stung?
It’s unlikely that you’ll receive a sting, but it is not impossible. The bees can’t enter the sleeping chamber. When you are entering or exiting, be deliberate, steady, and calm, but not too slowly. Refrain from hanging around directly outside the bed and don’t stand in front of the bee entrances.
Don’t wear any perfume, cologne, or use scented products. Bees may be attracted or agitated by them.
If you are allergic to bee stings or are unsure of your status, don’t participate in this activity.
Pricing?
Time blocks for use of the bee bed are either half an hour for $25 or an hour for $40. We recommend starting with half an hour for your first visit. Multi visit packages are available at discounted rates.
Booking?
Currently, booking is by text or calling Dan at 412-512-5525.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather. On sunny days, the bee bed can get quite hot, so take that into consideration. Wear shoes that you can easily get on and off if you’d like to remove them inside the bed so you can relax.
Should I bring my own pillow?
Yes, we do recommend you bring your favorite pillow. But when laying on the bee bed, you will be on your back, and we find a folded or rolled towel is sufficient. Bring whatever works best for you!
Is there a restroom on site?
Currently, there is not a public restroom. “Cal’s,” the gas station up the road has porta-johns in the lot, and “Last Minute Mart,” which is about 3.5 miles north on route 19 has public restrooms available.
Is there a waiver I must sign?
Yes, as with any venture that involves risk to the public, we ask that you please sign the waiver before entering the bee bed.
Useful Links:
Bonus video! I made a video of the tail end of installing the 4th and final colony of bees into the bee bed. These bees came from Burgh’s tractor junkyard on Perry Highway. They were actually using the housing of an old tractor for their nest. We had to take the tractor apart to cut all the comb out and put it in a swarm trap box which you can see in the video. Click on the YouTube link below to watch. Enjoy!
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