Welcoming the Bees: A Sacred Addition to the Land

We’re excited to share that we’ve recently added bee hives to the property, a quiet yet monumental shift in the rhythm of our land. What may seem like a simple act of adding pollinators carries deep spiritual meaning and real ecological impact—both of which align beautifully with our values and intentions at Ketchum.

The hives have arrived

A Sacred Partnership with Nature

The decision to welcome bees wasn’t taken lightly. It came through listening—listening to the land, to the plants, to the buzzing energy of the season. The bees arrived not just as pollinators, but as teachers. In many traditions, bees symbolize community, productivity, divine order, and connection to the unseen. Their dance is mathematical, their work selfless, their impact wide-reaching.

There’s something deeply humbling about co-existing with such ancient intelligence.

Bill Dandie and Chris Meek

Spiritual Resonance: As Above, So Below

Spiritually, the bees remind us that we are all connected. The hive is a microcosm of a well-balanced society—each bee knowing its role, contributing to a greater whole, and guided by an unseen unity. This reflects back to our own journey here: to live in greater harmony with each other, our higher selves, and the Earth.

As they move from flower to flower, they engage in a form of living prayer—pollinating the world, ensuring life continues, all in quiet devotion. Their presence on the property brings a new energy, one that hums at a different frequency. If you sit still long enough near the hives, you’ll feel it.

Environmental Impact: Restoration in Motion

Beyond the spiritual, the ecological importance is profound. Bees are essential pollinators for wildflowers, fruits, vegetables, and many native plants. By supporting them here, we’re actively restoring biodiversity on the land. Already, we’re seeing signs: increased wildflower growth, more butterflies, healthier trees.

Our beekeeper

We’ve committed to planting more pollinator-friendly plants nearby, letting sections of the land go wild, and eliminating harmful chemicals. Our intention is to create not just a sanctuary for bees, but a regenerative model—an ecosystem in balance.

What’s Next?

As we continue to observe the bees and learn from them, we feel called to create space for others to connect with their wisdom. We may host bee walks, meditations near the hives, or storytelling circles around the themes of interdependence and community.

This is just the beginning.

The bees have arrived—and with them, a new chapter begins.