Josh Arnold

A collection of thoughts, sounds, and snapshots.

Sweetness from the City.

I'm an urban beekeeper and educator dedicated to helping our city's pollinators thrive. Explore the hive, learn about these amazing creatures, and taste the difference of small-batch, local honey.

From the Hive: Learn About Bees

July 15, 2024

A Beginner's Guide to Urban Beekeeping

Thinking about starting your own hive? Here are the absolute basics you need to know before you begin your journey into the fascinating world of bees.

July 1, 2024

Why We Need Pollinators More Than Ever

It's more than just honey. Pollinators are a critical part of our food system, responsible for one in every three bites of food we eat. Let's explore why their health is our health.

Inside the Hive

Beehive cross-section

Queen

Lays the eggs

Drone

Mates with queen

Worker

Does all the work!

Our Honey

Downtown Spring '24
Downtown Spring '24

Light, floral, with hints of clover and linden.

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Southside Summer '24
Southside Summer '24

Rich, amber, with a complex wildflower bouquet.

Available
West End Fall '23
West End Fall '23

Dark and robust, with notes of buckwheat and goldenrod.

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Beekeeping Workshops

Interested in starting your own hive? Join one of my hands-on "Beekeeping 101" workshops. You'll learn about hive management, bee biology, and how to safely handle a colony.

Portrait of the beekeeper

Hi, I'm Alex.

What started as a single hive on my apartment rooftop has grown into a passion for education and conservation. Rooftop Remedies is my way of sharing the magic of bees with our community, one jar of honey and one workshop at a time.