Make Your Audience Buzz. Book Dave Hunter for an Event
Dave Hunter, founder of Crown Bees and author of Mason Bee Revolution, is a leading voice in native bee conservation and sustainable gardening. Over the past decade, he has shared his expertise on national radio, top gardening podcasts, and at events across the U.S. A seasoned media guest and engaging speaker, Dave is comfortable both on stage and on air.
Top Coverage
Recent Coverage
“As honeybees die off again, some bee enthusiasts want to give mason bees a chance” — AZPM (NPR)
“Bees Beyond Honey: Understanding Native & Managed Pollinators” — Wild Ones
“Crown Bees: The Little Native Bee Company with a Big Heart” — Kinute Magazine
“Green Marketing with Crown Bees” — The E-Comm Show (Ep. 135)
Selected Earlier Highlights
Full Mason Bee Interview with Crown Bees Founder, Dave Hunter
Girl Scout Eloise, submission to Western Washington Film FestivalThe joe gardener® Show — “The Pollinating Power of Solitary Bees”
Why mason bees are “unsung heroes”Bloom & Grow Radio — “Pollinators and Native Bees”
Practical guide for home gardensThe Urban Farm Podcast — “Native Bees with Dave Hunter”
How mason & leafcutter bees boost food productionEpic Gardening — The Beet: Nature Always Wins · Why Do We Even Need Bees? · How Bees Carry Pollen
Bee biology & pollination powerSpeaking & Events
- Native bees & sustainable pollination
- Building resilient backyard ecosystems
- Community-based conservation
Upcoming
- February 2026 — Mason Bee Revolution (2nd Edition)