North Mountain Farm and Apiary (Honey)
In Gerrardstown, West Virginia, North Mountain Farm and Apiary feels like the neighbor you actually want to buy honey from. Doug runs a small, veteran-owned operation with the relaxed confidence of someone who’s been at this a long time, and my sense is he treats every jar like a story from the hive. A shopper left a note that Doug was super nice and helpful, walking them through what to do about an invasive nest, and that kind of practical, friendly know-how is exactly what you want in a local beekeeper. The farm keeps things simple, with honey from Gerrardstown’s own bees; varietals aren’t listed, but the product is real, unpretentious honey. Interested buyers can check their Facebook page to see what’s available and how to buy. When you’re wandering through the state, stop by Gerrardstown and meet a beekeeper who makes you believe in small-scale, community honey at its best.