Rooted in nature. Crafted with care. Shared with intention.

Small-batch beeswax goods inspired by the Hive, made by hand.

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Meet the Beekeeper

Stephen Handford

Beekeeper by day. Paramedic by night.

Stephen’s journey into beekeeping began in 2021 with a simple goal — sourcing his own honey while learning to make mead at home. What started as curiosity quickly turned into a passion for the bees, the craft, and the connection to nature that comes with caring for a hive.

When he’s not tending to the bees, Stephen serves his community as a paramedic, a role he’s held since 2014. That same dedication, patience, and care carries into every product made at Buzzin Bees Necessities — from the ingredients chosen to the final pour.

For Stephen, beekeeping and emergency medicine share something in common: both require respect, responsibility, and heart.

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Doug Handford

Father. Partner. The steady hand behind the hive.

Buzzin Bees Necessities is proudly a father-and-son business, run by Stephen alongside his dad, Doug Handford. Doug brings support, wisdom, and an extra set of hands wherever they’re needed — whether that’s helping behind the scenes, lending experience, or being the calm presence that keeps the hive running smoothly.

Together, they combine tradition and craftsmanship with a shared commitment to quality, community, and doing things the right way.

At the heart of Buzzin Bees is family — and every product reflects that.

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Core Collection
Core Collection

Core Collection

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Seasonal Collection

Seasonal Collection

Farewell Favorites
Farewell Favorites

Farewell Favorites

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Thoughtful Gifts

Thoughtful Gifts

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Bundle Deals

Bundle Deals

Raw Honey
Raw Honey

Raw Honey