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2024 PAST EVENTS

April 20-21 - Willamette Valley Vineyards Estate

(multiple times available from 11am - 4pm) - 8800 Enchanted Way SE, Turner, OR 97392

RSVP - $30 per person ($20 for Club Members and Owners)

Celebrate Earth Day at our Estate in the Salem Hills with a Mason Bees Tour & Tasting on Saturday, April 20th. Your tour will take you through our Estate Vineyard, where you'll learn about our Mason bee program and how it encourages sustainable growing practices. Steven Paisley, who works with our vineyard team to incorporate Mason bees on the property, will provide a behind-the-scenes look at our pollinators at work. The cost includes the tour, a tasting of select wines, and a honey-themed cheese plate. Admission will be complimentary with the purchase of two or more bottles of your favorite wines of the day.

April 27 - Domaine Willamette

(multiple times available from 11am - 4pm) - 19255 N HWY 99W, Dayton, OR 97114 

RSVP - $50 per person ($40 for Owners and Club Members)

Domaine Willamette will host a bees and plants tour around the property. Wine will be poured along the way as guests visit the Biodynamic Garden and learn from a Master Melittologist speaker, travel to the pond to learn about biodiversity and biodynamics, and then head to the cellar doors. Inside the cellar, guests will learn from a Master Gardener. The tour will conclude in the Barrel Room, where snacks will be provided and attendees can choose their favorite wine of the day.

May 4 - Abbey Road Farm

(12pm - 3pm) - 10280 NE Oak Springs Farm Rd, Carlton, OR 97111

RSVP - $65 per person

The tour at Abbey Road Farm will focus on biodiversity, bees, and plants. Planting with a purpose and how to add pollinator-friendly plants into the landscape will be discussed. This experience will include a walk around the property and it is advised that attendees bring bottled water, comfortable shoes, and a jacket depending on weather conditions. A boxed lunch, a glass of bubbles, and a souvenir will be given to each attendee!

May 5 - Stoller Family Estate - Stoller’s Hanna Farm Orchard

(9am - 11:30pm) - 16161 NE McDougall Rd, Dayton, OR 97114

RSVP - $65 per person

Experience the newest addition to the Stoller Family Estate property: the Hanna Farm. Head of Corporate Gardens, Corinne Gosnell, will take you through our heirloom orchard as it wakes from its winter slumber and show you the sustainability practices that allow our native mason bee population to flourish. These unique pollinators are an important part of the Willamette Valley ecosystem, so join us to learn more about these species and our work to preserve this land for future generations.

Indulge in a delightful selection of pastries with fresh seasonal fruits, complemented by a choice of tea, coffee, and a refreshing glass of Sparkling wine following your stroll.

May 11 - Left Coast Estate

(10:45am - 1:30pm) - 4225 N Pacific Hwy W, Rickreall, OR 97371

Come visit our beautiful 490-acre estate during peak Spring bloom!

Walking Tour: RSVP - We will be doing a walking tour of the estate and highlighting our oak restoration project. You will learn about the processes that we've undergone over the last 8 years to realize this transformation and the ongoing efforts to continue to enhance our natural landscapes for native flora and fauna. Walking tour participants will meet at the Tasting Room at 10:45 am. We will be walking about 1 mile in distance with 200 feet of elevation change. Please bring appropriate footwear for an outdoor hike. The tour will last about an hour and is free to participate. After the tour, our Tasting Room will open at noon with wood-fired pizzas, lunch options, and wine tasting available.

Peak Bloom Flatbed Truck Experience at 12 pm: purchase tickets HERE - Additionally, we will be offering an in-depth estate bloom experience in our 1950 flatbed truck. This ticketed truck tour starts at 12 pm and lasts 90 minutes. We will travel across the estate and visit some of Left Coast's most scenic vistas. We will learn about viticulture, the history of the estate and visit our more remote gardens with Estate Master Gardener and member of Family Ownership, Bob Pfaff. The tour ends with Wine Tasting paired with small bites. Availability is limited with space only available for 12 guests. Price is $90 per guest (15% discount for Wine Club Members).

May 18 - Winter's Hill Estate

(11am - 2pm) - 6451 NE Hilltop Ln, Dayton, OR 97114

$40 per person (15 person limit)

Winter’s Hill Estate hosts a bees and plants walk. Join owner Emily Gladhart as we explore the various bee-friendly plantings at different locations throughout the property. Master Melittologist volunteers will be present to conduct a bee safari as we wander the grounds, exploring the current season’s bees. Winter’s Hill has a focus on native plants and has an oak woodland, which will all all be highlighted on the tour. Wine will also be poured at multiple stations throughout the tour! Wear sturdy shoes- we will be taking a 1/2 mile walk.

June 8 - Youngberg Hill Inn & Winery

(10am - 1pm) - 10660 SW Youngberg Hill Rd, McMinnville, OR 97128

RSVP - $30 per person

Join us for an immersive experience celebrating the symbiotic relationship between bees, biodynamics, and winemaking at Youngberg Hill. This tour, led by Nicolette, our resident beekeeper and owner, offers a unique insight into our biodynamic practices and the vital role bees play in our ecosystem.

We will gather at the Inn at 10:00 am. After a brief introduction, we will walk through our biodynamic vineyard, where Nicolette will discuss sustainable farming practices and the importance of bees in vineyard management. We will even visit the beehives! The tour will end in the tasting room, where you can enjoy a honey mimosa paired with a honey-topped crostini.
Honey will be available for purchase; feel free to enjoy a wine tasting after the tour and stick around for our summer open market experience.

June 21 - Fairsing Vineyard

(5pm - 8pm) - 20881 NE Laughlin Rd, Yamhill, OR 97148

RSVP - Reservations are recommended for this event

Fairsing Vineyard hosts Bee Friendly Fairsing Friday, an evening event with bottle service on the lawn. This event will feature a special bee education component. Savor a glass of wine, enjoy the views, and learn how to help bees at home from distinguished Oregon State University Master Melittologists. Picnics are welcome and bottle service on the lawn will be available as experts share tips on plantings and species that attract pollinators. Fairsing will share updates on our honey bees, the apiary, and Mason bee incubators across the estate. Bottle service will conclude at 7 pm.

June 19-23 - The Grove

(12pm - 7pm Wednesday - Sunday) - 216 NE 3rd St, McMinnville, OR 97128

Montinore Vineyard hosts a Bee Friendly Wine tasting room tour at The Grove.

Stop by The Grove during normal business hours Wednesday, June 19th through Sunday, June 23rd, for a tasting flight and leave with bee-friendly seed packets to plant in your home garden. While you’re there, you'll also have the opportunity to learn more about the bee species at our vineyards and the various cover crops we plant to attract them.

Learn more about what Montinore Estate is doing to save the bees here! You can make a tasting room reservation here.

June 29 - Sokol Blosser

(11 am - 1 pm) - 5000 NE Sokol Blosser Ln, Dayton, OR 97114

RSVP - $60 per person (Club members: $35 for up to 4 guests)

Join Susan Sokol Blosser, one of the founding members of the Oregon Wine Industry turned beekeeper, and learn about the history and sustainability of Sokol Blosser Winery. A local melittologist and Susan will help you identify bees, learn about the flora in the Sokol Blosser vineyard while you stroll through the vines sipping on wine from various stations throughout the property. Return to our scenic tasting room for some hand-crafted bites from Chef Jonathan made with Sokol Blosser Estate honey.

July 27 - Winter's Hill Estate

(11 am & 2 pm) - 6451 NE Hilltop Ln, Dayton, OR 97114

RSVP - $40 tasting fee, waived with purchase of 1 case of Futures - Complimentary tasting for Club Members and 3 guests.

Winter’s Hill Estate hosts a bees and plants walk. Join owner Emily Gladhart as we explore the various bee-friendly plantings at different locations throughout the property. Master Melittologist volunteers will be present to conduct a bee safari as we wander the grounds, exploring the current season’s bees. Winter’s Hill has a focus on native plants and has an oak woodland, which will all all be highlighted on the tour. Wine will also be poured at multiple stations throughout the tour! Wear sturdy shoes- we will be taking a 1/2 mile walk.

August 10 - Soter Vineyard

(6 pm - 8 pm) - 10880 NE Mineral Springs Road, Carlton, OR 97111

RSVP - $80 / person or $60 for club members ($20 per ticket is donated to the Oregon Environmental Council)

Join us as we embark on a vineyard hike of Mineral Springs Ranch. This adventure will highlight our biodynamic vineyard practices, our 1% For the Planet certified wines, and the incredible impact The Oregon Bee Project has in the Willamette Valley.

We will begin the evening hike at Soter Vineyards tasting room and continue to the top of the vineyard where we will have a resting station to enjoy sweeping views of the valley towards the coastal mountain range. Additionally, you will hear from a volunteer from the OSU Master Melittologist program who will lead a discussion on bees and plants and their important relationship! We will then loop around the vines to view our 3-acre farm and winery before returning to the tasting room. The hike will include walking on uneven ground, in full and part sun, with some elevation gains. Guests should be prepared for a 45–60-minute walk. Throughout the walk, you will sample our Planet Oregon wines and enjoy a few seasonal snacks along the way. Finish your tour with a glass of wine watching the sunset.

This tour will be led by resident Soter educator Dr. Jeff D. Peterson, an expert in Oregon wine, history, and viticulture. Join us and be part of this extraordinary adventure at Mineral Springs Ranch—a unique blend of nature, wine, and sustainable growing practices!

September 7 - Brooks Wine

(11 am - 1 pm) - 21101 SE Cherry Blossom Ln, Amity, OR 97101

RSVP - $35 per person (15% off for Brooks Club Members)

Join our biodynamic estate gardener and resident beekeeper, Shannon Mayhew, for a bee-friendly wine tour! Learn about late-season pollination sources and the importance of nurturing them, ideal plants to cultivate, and methods for propagating existing plants in your garden. Shannon will also discuss the significance of native bees and how pollinator resources benefit honeybees. She'll also cover garden preparation for fall and winter, encouraging a more natural appearance to provide habitats for wintering invertebrates. Wear comfortable shoes for touring newly planted hedgerows and visiting our bees in the Brooks estate garden. Wine is included with this tour.

September 29 - Stoller Family Estate - Stoller’s Hanna Farm

(9 am - 11:30 pm) - 16161 NE McDougall Rd, Dayton, OR 97114

RSVP - $65 per person

Experience the newest addition to the Stoller Family Estate property: the Hanna Farm. Head of Corporate Gardens, Corinne Gosnell, will take you through our heirloom orchard and show you the sustainability practices that allow our native mason bee population to flourish. These unique pollinators are an important part of the Willamette Valley ecosystem, so join us to learn more about this species and our work to preserve this land for future generations.

Indulge in a delightful selection of pastries with fresh seasonal fruits, complemented by a choice of tea, coffee, and a refreshing glass of Sparkling wine following your stroll.

Don’t miss this chance to win a mason bee house and native plants! At the end of the event, we will draw names from the raffle to win these unique sustainability gifts so you can house mason bees in your home garden.

2023 EVENTS

April 14 - May 26 (Fridays @ 1pm) - Winter’s Hill Estate (Bees + Plants stamp)
$30, free to club members
6451 N.E. Hilltop Lane, Dayton, OR 97114
Weekly native plant walk with Emily Gladhart. Friday's at 1 from April 14 through May 26 followed by a tasting on the patio. Learn more about Winter’s Hills Estate pollinator habitat here.

April 22 (11am - 3pm) - Willamette Valley Vineyards (Mason Bee stamp)
RSVP ($30 with RSVP * Club Members receive a discount).
8800 Enchanted Way SE, Turner, OR 97392
Celebrate Earth Day at our Estate in the Salem Hills with a Mason Bees Tour & Tasting. Your tour will take you through our Estate Vineyard, where you'll learn about our Mason bee program and how it encourages sustainable growing practices. Steven Paisley, who works with our vineyard team to incorporate Mason bees on the property, will be here to provide a behind-the-scenes look at our pollinators at work. Cost is $30 per person or $20 for Club Members and Owners and includes the tour, a tasting of select wines and a honey-themed cheese plate. Admission will be complimentary with the purchase of two or more bottles of your favorite wines of the day.

June 3 (10am - 2pm) - Sokol Blosser Winery (Biodiversity, Bees + Plants, Beekeeping stamps)
5000 Sokol Blosser Lane, Dayton, OR 97115 - RSVP
RSVP ($60 with RSVP – Club Members receive a discount)
Join Susan Sokol Blosser, one of the founding members of the Oregon Wine Industry turned Beekeeper, and learn about the history and sustainability of Sokol Blosser Winery. A local melittologist and Susan will help you identify bees, learn about the flora in the Sokol Blosser vineyard while you stroll through the vines sipping on wine from various stations throughout the property. Return to our scenic tasting room for some hand-crafted bites from Chef Jonathan made with Sokol Blosser Estate honey. Cost is $60 per person; Club members receive a discount.

June 10 (11am - 2pm) - Stoller Family Estate - (Biodiversity, Bees + Plants, Mason Bee stamps)
16161 NE McDougall Road, Dayton, OR 97114
RSVP ($65 with RSVP * Club Members receive a discount).
Experience Stoller Family Estate like never before. Head of Corporate Gardens, Corinne Gosnell, will give you a behind-the-scenes look at Stoller’s heirloom orchard and mason bee program as you learn more about the sustainability practices that makes their Mason bee program flourish. You won’t want to miss your chance at winning a mason bee house, and plant list raffled off at the end of the event! Enjoy a box lunch with a glass of bubbly rosé while resting on a blanket in the shade of their heirloom fruit trees.

August 19 (noon - 3pm) - King Estate Winery and Vineyard (Biodiversity, Bees + Plants, Beekeeping stamps)
80854 Territorial Hwy, Eugene, OR 97405
Come celebrate National Honey Bee Day with Save the Bee, The Oregon Bee Project, and King Estate! Get a close look inside a honey bee hive, talk to Master Beekeepers, and take a walk through the King Estate flower gardens and learn to identify native bees and their favorite flora.

September 17 (11am - 3pm) - Stoller Family Estate - (Biodiversity, Bees + Plants stamps)
16161 NE McDougall Road, Dayton, OR 97114
RSVP ($65 with RSVP * Club Members receive a discount).
This is an intimate walking tour with our Head Gardener Corinne Gosnell. As we walk a simple conversation will unfold on how we developed our Experiece Center's blooming Ring Garden and the Wall Garden. The plants that generate pollen and nectar though-out nine months of the year for our native estate bees. How the curated plantings sustain the bumble bees and various pollinators that we all love and need. A picnic lunch with a glass of Stoller Rose is included in the 65$ RSVP *Club Members will recieve a discount. A list of plants in tour will be handed out to each atendee with Native Bee Chart. This event has a great following so please RSVP as soon as possible!