Golden West | Randy Oliver Package Bees - USPS
$190.00
Golden West bees—the original Randy Oliver selection—are bred in Northern California for strong field performance and improved mite tolerance. This is a practical, gentle, and highly productive bee suited for both hobbyists and commercial beekeepers.
🎥 Installation video: Before your bees arrive, please watch our step-by-step installation walkthrough: Package Bee Installation Video.
What You Get
- ~3 lbs of healthy bees
- 1 mated, marked Golden West queen
- 1 feed can for transit
- USPS Ground Advantage Hold for Pickup at your designated Post Office (bring ID)
Why Golden West
- Research-led selection: ongoing field testing and culling to slow mite population growth.
- Gentle + productive: handler-friendly temperament with strong brood/honey performance.
- OHB support: install guidance and a clear live-arrival policy.
Shipping & Pickup (USPS)
Quick FAQ
- Where do I pick up? Your designated USPS Post Office (Hold for Pickup).
- Tracking looks “stuck”? Scans can be intermittent; it often jumps to Available for Pickup.
- Issue on arrival? Photograph and contact us within 24 hours—our live-arrival policy covers you.
See the full USPS Direct Packages FAQ.
To ensure the safest transit for bees heading to the Eastern United States, we have consolidated our spring schedule into three optimized ship dates.
Applicable States: AL, AR, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI, WV.
| Selected March 30 or April 6 | âž” | Now Ships April 11 |
| Selected April 13, 20, or 27 | âž” | Now Ships April 18 |
| Selected May 4 or May 11 | âž” | Now Ships May 2 |
Questions? Contact Dylan, Eric, or our support team at info@ohbees.com.