The Basin Backyard has a shop in Knoxfield, Victoria, Browse our shop filled with many honeys, produce made with it, pure beeswax candles and beekeeping gear.
We offer mobile sessions delivered to schools, kindergartens, workplaces and events across Melbourne. These sessions bring passion and knowledge to your location, tailored to your setting and audience.
Our education team visits primary schools and early learning centres across Melbourne to teach children about the role of bees and pollination in nature. These sessions are aligned with curriculum topics and designed to engage young minds with hands-on learning.
School visits may include:
Exploring the lifecycle of a honeybee
Demonstrating real beekeeping suits and tools
Discussions around biodiversity and food systems
All sessions are age-appropriate and designed to encourage curiosity, environmental awareness and classroom discussion.
We offer interactive workshops for businesses and workplaces looking to support sustainability or provide team-building experiences. These sessions are informative, relaxed and customisable.
Corporate visits may include:
Beeswax wrap making
Honey tasting with discussion on sourcing and sustainability
Introduction to backyard beekeeping
Workshops, including cheesemaking and salami making (cooler months only)
All materials are provided, and we cater for small or large teams.
Educational sessions delivered by working beekeepers
Trusted by Victorian schools and community groups
Custom programs available for all age levels
Linked with our Beekeeper Mentoring and honey production
A great way to engage with local food, sustainability and natural science
We believe in teaching through real-world examples
Visitors often explore our retail shop. We also supply pure Australian honey to restaurants, cafes and eco-conscious households across the region.
Sessions are pre-booked visits. Whether you're organising a school group, early education group or scheduling a workplace session, we’d love to help.
Get in touch through our contact page to arrange sessions