What is World Bee Day?

Even if you consider yourself a bee enthusiast, you may not already know that there is a World Bee Day recognized by the United Nations themselves. That’s right! People from all corners of the world from all different cultures have loved bees for as long as humans have coexisted with them. So what exactly is Bee Day and how is it celebrated? Luckily for you, your friends at The Beeman, a top-rated bee and wasp removal service in Orange County have you covered. Go ahead and mark your calendar and learn how you can commemorate this day when it rolls around in 2022.

It is celebrated annually on May 20th

National Bee Day is appropriately celebrated during the springtime. Its purpose is to acknowledge how bees play a crucial role in our ecosystem. This day was chosen because it is also celebrated as the birthday of Anton Janša (1734-1773), a Slovenian artist and professional beekeeper. He is regarded as the father of modern apiculture practice as we know it today. Citizens of his native country proposed for it to be an internationally nationally recognized day, and their dream became a reality on December 20, 2017! Because Janša’s actual birthdate is not known, it is commemorated on May 20 because he was baptized on this day, and it also happens to land on a Friday this year so that you can kick off your weekend with an electrifying bang. TGIF! 

There are many ways you can celebrate World Bee Day this year

You can choose to commemorate World Bee Day with your family or with your friends. You can:

  • Planting bee-friendly plants in your garden
  • Make your social media accounts bee-themed for a day
  • Share bee-related jokes with your friends throughout the day
  • Do bee arts and crafts with your kids, or prepare an educational assignment for your students if you are a teacher or childcare assistant.
  • Wear yellow and black for the day
  • Hold a special meet-up with your local beekeepers’ club
  • Donate to bee conservation charities
  • Watch a movie or a documentary about bees, such as The Pollinators or even Bee Movie
  • Visit a bee museum or conservation center near you, if applicable

There is really no “wrong” way to celebrate World Bee Day. It is an opportunity for bee lovers small and big alike all over the world to take time to appreciate the astounding impact bees have had on our environment, so go ahead and do whatever floats your boat. While we shouldn’t forget how special bees are the other 364 days of the year, it’s definitely nice to take a day specifically to acknowledge how truly awesome they are.

Get in Touch with The Beeman Today

As much as we love the bees, we understand that like people, they can sometimes serve as a pest. We at The Beeman have served as the best bee and wasp exterminators in Orange County. We have been sincere leaders in the bee and wasp removal industry for 45 years. We have made a buzz of our own throughout Orange County and beyond because of our high-quality and personal service. If you want to learn more about why The Beeman is the best choice for you, call us today (949) 455-0123. Our emergency removal service is even available for you at any time, 24/7. 

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