HOW TO FIND A BEEKEEPING MENTOR
New beekeepers are often advised to go to their local beekeeping club to find a mentor, but little else is said about the subject which can lead to confusion and disappointment. Read on to find out what you need to know about finding a beekeeping mentor and how to go...
MIXING FOUNDATION & FOUNDATIONLESS FRAMES
Many beekeepers are intimidated by foundationless beekeeping. They aren’t sure their bees have enough time build out before winter without assistance or they worry about cross-comb. They often ask me, “Can I do a mix of some frames with foundation and some...
WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH NITRILE BEEKEEPING GLOVES?
In this article, I will break down the pros and cons of wearing nitrile beekeeping gloves. I am asked almost on a daily basis why I wear them and what level of protection they provide against bee stings. Read on to find out everything you need to know about it....
HOW TO TELL IF YOU HAVE A STRONG HIVE
Assessing your hive’s strength is an important skill for new beekeepers to learn. Many help resources for new beekeepers will reference strong hives versus weak hives and call upon the beekeeper to make decisions based on the robustness of their colony, but how...
HOW TO KEEP BEES OUT OF YOUR POOL
Honey bees need water, but often drown while trying to collect it. Do you end up with bees in your pool or dog water bowl? Well you can keep bees from drowning in your pool by providing a safe place for them to drink! The more attractive the alternative water source,...
My name is Hilary Kearney. I’m the author of the book, “Queenspotting” and founder of the urban beekeeping business Girl Next Door Honey in San Diego, California. I’m an artist turned beekeeper on a mission to help new beekeepers succeed and educate the public about the magic of bees!
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