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  • Trey Hanks

    Jon and Claudia are very friendly and helpful. Only place I’ll shop moving forward. Bought a nuc from them and was very impressed with temperament and quality.

  • Dom Cusi

    Picked up a nucleus from Hoopers creek and they have almost filled out 3 foundationless frames in just a couple weeks! They’re also very gentle and easy to work with.

  • Greg Dettmering

    I was lucky to get 2 new queens two weeks ago and they are doing well I highly recommend Hooper's Creek bee co.I also got 3 nucs in the spring, and they are doing really well Jon and Claudia are the best. thanks for all your help as well!

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Our Story

In 2017, our growing family made the move from Fletcher, NC, to a more rural setting in nearby Hoopers Creek. That same spring, Jon and Carla decided to take the plunge into beekeeping, purchasing a couple of nucs to get started. Claudia quickly joined them in caring for the bees, and before long, the colonies thrived. By splitting the hives, we grew our bee yard to 14 hives.

But the journey wasn’t without its challenges. Our inexperience led to an unfortunate setback. By mid-December, all 14 of our hives had perished. It was a hard lesson, but one we vowed never to repeat. Jon dedicated the winter months to studying beekeeping in depth—learning about proper nutrition, mite control, and the best practices for overwintering bees.

In 2019, we purchased two nucs once again, applying everything Jon had learned. This time, the results were far more promising. Not only did our hives survive the winter, but we also had a surplus of bees the following spring. We decided to sell some nucs, and that initial sale marked the beginning of Hoopers Creek Bee Company.

Today, just a few years later, we manage several hundred colonies and offer, local bees, and delicious raw honey.

As our beekeeping operation grew, we faced a common challenge: finding high-quality woodenware. After extensive testing, we partnered with an Amish supplier known for their craftsmanship. We’re proud to offer the same Amish-made beehives, supers, and wooden hive components that we use in our own apiary.

We understand the challenges you face as a beekeeper because we are beekeepers, too. Whether you’re just starting out or expanding your operation, we’re here to support you with top-quality bees and equipment.

We hope to see you soon!