SWEET GIFTS FOR BEEKEEPERS

SWEET GIFTS FOR BEEKEEPERS

by | Dec 12, 2015 | Equipment, Lists

  Once you become a beekeeper, it seems like every gift you receive is bee related. A friend or family member sees something with a bee on it and they think of you! Who can blame them really, but if you are going to be stuck with bee-themed presents they may as well...
10 MISTAKES NEW BEEKEEPERS MAKE

10 MISTAKES NEW BEEKEEPERS MAKE

by | Dec 7, 2015 | Lists, New Bees

Many new beekeepers learn things the hard way. As a beekeeping instructor, it’s my job to keep my students from meeting this all too common fate! Read on to find out the 10 mistakes I see most often and how to avoid them. With so much to learn as a new...
5 IDEAS FOR ARTISTIC BACKYARD BEEHIVES

5 IDEAS FOR ARTISTIC BACKYARD BEEHIVES

by | Oct 28, 2015 | Just for Fun, Lists, New Bees

Want some inspiration for more artistic backyard beehives? Check out my list of 5 ways to deck out your hives! This article is also infused with practical information about how to balance functionality and style. 1. Abstract Why settle for just one color when you can...
WILL YOU MAKE A GREAT BEEKEEPER?

WILL YOU MAKE A GREAT BEEKEEPER?

by | Oct 25, 2015 | Lists, New Bees

Anyone can put in the time researching and start keeping bees, but not everyone has what it takes to be a beekeeper. In my time spent teaching new beekeepers, I have noticed some qualities that make for really great beekeepers.  I don’t think you have to have all of...
HOW TO SUCCEED IN BEEKEEPING

HOW TO SUCCEED IN BEEKEEPING

by | Oct 13, 2015 | How To, Lists, New Bees

Thinking about starting your own backyard beehive? 80% of new beekeepers quit after the first two years. So, why do so many call it quits and what does it take to succeed? Read this article to find out how to avoid becoming part of the statistic!  In my opinion, the...