About Us
About Us
Our Courses
Our Vision
At August Castle Apiary, we care for our bees with dedication and respect, producing pure, local honey and sharing the joy of beekeeping with our community.
Our Vision
Our Courses
Our Vision
Our vision is to inspire our community through education about bees, lead in research on sustainable pest management, and provide honey that reflects our care for creation.
Our Courses
Our Courses
Our Courses
Our classes provide practical education for both beginners and experienced beekeepers, covering everything from hive setup and seasonal care to effective pest management strategies
Who We Are
Jackson Horning
Morgan Horning, PhD
Morgan Horning, PhD
Founder and CEO
Jackson holds a B.S. in Biological Sciences and brings a strong background in scientific research to his work. His leadership blends a passion for sustainable beekeeping with a commitment to education and innovative pest management strategies
Morgan Horning, PhD
Morgan Horning, PhD
Morgan Horning, PhD
Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer
Morgan (Roth) Horning earned her Ph.D. in Entomology from Virginia Tech, where she researched Small Hive Beetles, following her master’s work on Varroa mite management. She has published her findings in peer-reviewed journals and continues to advance sustainable beekeeping through education, research, a
Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer
Morgan (Roth) Horning earned her Ph.D. in Entomology from Virginia Tech, where she researched Small Hive Beetles, following her master’s work on Varroa mite management. She has published her findings in peer-reviewed journals and continues to advance sustainable beekeeping through education, research, and integrated pest management strategies. As founder and CSO of August Castle Apiary, she combines scientific expertise with a passion for pollinator health and community education.