Cassie in a beekeeping suit at sunset, waving beside a hive with a smoker.

Cassie & the Bees

I’m Cassie. I’m a hobbyist beekeeper who loves bees and likes helping people give swarms a good home—when we can do it safely.

From Austin to San Antonio

Want bees on your land?

I can lease bees on your land and can maintain them: feeding, colony health, and seasonal work as we agree.

Show more: Texas ag appraisal, acreage fit, and disclaimers

If you have between 6 and 20 acres, bees can qualify your land for agricultural use, which may reduce property taxes by valuing land for productivity instead of market value when the land and use meet the rules. This often requires multiple years of proof and is at the county tax office’s discretion. Counties don’t all apply this the same way; I’m glad to help you frame questions for your appraisal district.

Not legal or tax advice. Eligibility turns on current law and your county appraisal district—and sometimes a CPA or attorney. Lease and care are spelled out in a written agreement between us.

My story

I got into beekeeping because I’m fascinated by bees and want to learn by doing. I’m still building experience, but I’m careful, I ask for help when I need it, and I’m honest about what I can and can’t take on.

If you have bees that need collecting, I’ll come try to help. Every situation is a little different—tree height, how long they’ve been there, and how the bees behave all matter.

What I offer

  • Swarm collection and cut-outs when the setup is reasonable for my skill level
  • Bees rehomed into proper equipment when possible, so they have a fair chance to thrive
  • Clear communication about risk, timing, and what “success” looks like

I’m a hobby beekeeper, not a licensed pest-control company. If your situation needs a pro ladder crew, heavy demolition, or specialized removal, I will try and refer you to someone who can help.

How pricing works

I keep it simple: easy, friendly bees shouldn’t cost you much beyond what the job uses up. Hot or defensive bees take more time, gear, and sometimes a second pair of hands—so those jobs are priced differently.

Friendly, cooperative bees

If the bees are calm and the job is straightforward, I’ll try to collect them for the cost of materials—things like boxes, frames, foundation, fuel, and small expendables.

I’ll give you a rough materials estimate before we commit so there are no surprises.

Mean or difficult bees

If the bees are defensive, the site is awkward, or I need to bring backup for safety, I may charge for time as well as materials. That reflects the extra planning, people, and stress given bees can kill you quickly in a swarm.

We’ll talk it through before I show up so you know what to expect.

Get in touch

Tell me what you’re seeing (where the bees are, how long they’ve been there, and a photo if you can). I’ll reply as soon as I’m able.

Call my office

Prefer the phone? I’m at (512) 360-0599
Happy to chat about what you’re seeing.

Email Cassie

Rather write? cassie@cassbees.com goes
straight to me, and I read every message.

See me in action

A quick look at bee work in the field.