Description: These 3lb packages will arrive from Georgia. The queens will be open-mated Carniolans/Italians. 

Cost: $157 per 3lb package

Arrival Date: Packages are due to arrive Friday, April 17 but could be delayed due to weather. 

Pick up Location: Etzel Sugar Grove Farm (3706 St. Peters Road, Marion, IA)

Please Note:

• Bees MUST be picked up during the specified time frame communicated via email
• All communications about pick up date/time will be sent via the email you provide during registration.
• There are no deposits on packages and we are unable to accept empty packages from previous years. 
• Customers must make their own arrangements to pick up bees; none will be allowed to overnight at the Nature Center.
• This purchase is not eligible for refund or transfer.
• Queens are guaranteed to arrive alive.
• Any queens who die en-route will be replaced.
• There is no guarantee related to queen acceptance by the hive, brood pattern, and overall health.
• Deadline to purchase bee package is March 31

Help us celebrate the 42nd anniversary of our signature event! Enjoy a taste of real, handcrafted maple syrup fresh from the tap, and stay for a weekend of family fun. The Maple Syrup Festival features syrup making demonstrations, a look at the action inside the Maple Sugar House, and a delicious pancake and sausage breakfast with real maple syrup handcrafted at Amazing Space.

For more information regarding this event, click here.

Tickets are valid for either Saturday or Sunday.

Adults: $10 advance; $12 door

Children (4-12): $5 advance; $6 door

Children (3 & under): free