Track your beekeeping journey — lessons at your pace, wild bee and plant sightings on the map, and manage your whole apiary in your pocket.
New here? Start using the app for free — you don't need to pay today.
Download RBA Bees free on the App Store or Google Play (Coming Soon in October!). Your first month of everything is included. Come back here when you're ready to keep going.
Download RBA Bees free on the App Store or Google Play (Coming Soon in October!). Your first month of everything is included. Come back here when you're ready to keep going.
Learn Beekeeping at Your Own Pace in the RBA Bees App
Access lessons and plans designed to help you learn the fundamentals of beekeeping. Our resources are tailored to your needs, allowing you to progress comfortably. Developed by Executive Director, Tiffany Harelik.
Self-Paced Learning
Master beekeeping fundamentals at your own speed with structured educational modules.
Hive Inspection Logging
Maintain detailed records of your hive health and activity with an easy-to-use digital log.
Photo Identification
Identify bee species instantly by uploading photos of pollinators found on your flowers.
Regional Almanac
Access seasonal guidance and maintenance tips specifically tailored to your local growing zone.
Community Mapping
Connect with local apiarists and view bee sightings across the region on an interactive map.
Free Access or Upgrade
Enjoy unlimited access to learning basics, bee sightings, community maps, and the almanac at no cost. Every new user gets 1 month of everything free. When the trial ends, the app invites a paid option: "to keep adding to your logbook, it's $12/year at regenerativebeekeepers.org.
The normal flow
Simply provide your email address to receive immediate access to our downloadable top bar hive plans and beekeeping guides. Start building and learning right away.
Download RBA Bees app from App Store or Google Play
Access your hive plans and management tools by registering your email address.
Create an account
Your free month starts automatically — full access, no payment info asked. Track your lessons, monitor wild bees, and track individual hive health and progress .
Record inspections or wild bee sightings
Document observations directly in the bee yard to maintain accurate historical data.
When the first month ends...
the app itself tells you "to keep adding to your logbook, it's $12/year at regenerativebeekeepers.org and will redirect you here. Keep the free access, or if the upgrade is desired —pay on our website with the same email you provided in the app→ within moments, the app unlocks again.
The reverse flow
If you pay first, then download the free app and sign in with the same email — your subscription is waiting for you. This works, with one wrinkle we are working through: if you pay with an email that has no app account yet, the payment currently parks in the "unmatched" holding area until you're matched.
Free Access to Beekeeping Knowledge
We believe in sharing knowledge to support beekeeping enthusiasts of all levels.
Basic Access
Essential tools for every beekeeper, available at no cost.
$0
Learning basics, bee sightings, community map, and almanac access.
Premium Subscription
Advanced features to enhance your beekeeping experience, with the first month free.
$12/yr
Full application access, advanced analytics, and priority support.
Click here to upgrade your subscription to $12/year.
Pay with the same email you use in the app — that's how the system matches the payment to the right account automatically.
Click here to upgrade your subscription to $12/year.
Pay with the same email you use in the app — that's how the system matches the payment to the right account automatically.
Your Guide to Regenerative Beekeeping
Our resources are designed to empower beekeepers of all levels.
- Artisanal DesignExperience a unique interface featuring hand-drawn illustrations that make tracking hive health engaging and clear.
- Regenerative FocusAlign your practices with a holistic ecosystem approach that prioritizes healthy soil, vibrant plants, and sustainable honey production.
- Community SupportJoin a mission-driven network of beekeepers dedicated to sharing insights and supporting sustainable apiculture practices.
- Knowledge ManagementDeepen your expertise with comprehensive tools designed to record hive data and track seasonal progress over time.
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