Red Scarf Apiary answers honey bee calls throughout Houston from its base in the Memorial area on the city’s west side. Beekeeper Russel Kaskel runs the operation, and removal is only part of the story: Red Scarf is a full working apiary offering honey extraction and processing, beeswax goods such as candles and skincare, and hands-on education through workshops, farm tours, and events built around honey tastings and hive demonstrations.
That farm-first footing matters when bees move onto your property. Rather than exterminating, live-removal beekeepers safely capture the colony and relocate it to a managed apiary whenever possible – protecting the bees while solving the problem for good. An operation that keeps and manages its own hives has a genuine destination for rescued colonies, which is exactly the model the Texas Association of Professional Bee Removers promotes; Red Scarf Apiary is a member.
Houston’s mix of mature neighborhoods, bayou greenways, and a long growing season makes it busy bee country. Swarm season in Texas generally runs March through June – the window when clusters appear on branches and fences as colonies divide – though bees that have already settled into a wall or soffit can be found any month of the year.
Whether you need a colony relocated, are curious about local honey and beeswax products, or want to learn beekeeping yourself, Red Scarf Apiary covers unusual ground for a single Houston operation. Call 337-488-9073 to describe where the bees are and schedule a visit; terms and any fees are set by the beekeeper.
