by Hilary | Jul 21, 2022 | Gardening, Just for Fun, New Bees, Troubleshooting, Uncategorized
I have never been satisfied with my backyard apiary design. Not only does it look messy, it makes inspections challenging, especially when they are done with a group of beekeeping students. Now, with my husband Tim’s help, I am finally doing something about it!...
by Hilary | Nov 4, 2021 | Intermediate & Experienced Beekeepers, Uncategorized
When it comes to small swarms, does size matter? In my last post, I wrote about those big beautiful swarms that get us beekeepers running out the door to catch them. In this post I’ll share what you need to know about catching a small swarm of bees. Undersized Swarms...
by Hilary | May 3, 2020 | New Bees, Troubleshooting, Uncategorized
A dead queen in your brand-new package of bees is never a welcome sight. It can be especially distressing to new beekeepers. Yet, it is not an uncommon problem. Read on to find out about common scenarios that could result in the death of your queen bee and what to do...
by Hilary | Mar 2, 2017 | New Bees, Troubleshooting, Uncategorized
When considering locations for new beehives, many people overlook their roof as a possibility. A habit that perfectly explains one of this locations best advantages: it is discreet. But what complications come with rooftop beekeeping and is this the right solution for...