About Us

 

"As a second year student, I can attest to the high quality of this program

and the dedication and generous heart of the staff and Director.

It is worth your time and money to learn everything you can to better understand

and therefore work in better harmony with your bees. 

You won't regret it!" 

~Melissa Blodgett Vanek 

The College of the Melissae

Center for Sacred Beekeeping

offers a community-centered hands-on approach to beekeeping science, art, craft, culture and ceremony.

 

Modeled after ancient village-based temple educational systems, the college will offer a multi-faceted curriculum that will train students to become proficient beekeepers as well as develop the skills to

provide action-based magic and leadership in these changing times.

 

We intend to go beyond current beekeeping practices by delving into the Sacred and developing a deep resonant interaction with Apis Mellifera. Through collective envisioning and prayer we will celebrate and strengthen community and learn from one of Nature’s greatest emissaries, the Mysterious Honey Bee.

 

Our Mission is spiritual, cultural and political as the Melissaes’ energy directs and defines itself.