Top Bar Hives Archives - Beekeeping Like A Girl

WHAT TO INCLUDE IN A SWARM CATCHING KIT

by Hilary | Apr 4, 2022 | Equipment, How To, Intermediate & Experienced Beekeepers

Swarm are designed to travel. When a swarm lands, a beekeeper never knows how long they will stay put. I have often rushed out of the house to catch a swarm only to have them leave in the time it took me to drive to their location. If you hope to catch a swarm this...

HOW TO CATCH A SWARM OF BEES

by Hilary | Mar 26, 2016 | How To, Intermediate & Experienced Beekeepers, Natural Beekeeping, New Bees

The other day, a child in one of my children’s bee classes asked me if I would run away if I saw a swarm of bees. I smiled and told her, “No, I would run towards them because I’d want to catch them!” In fact, I have done this. I chased a swarm...

LANGSTROTH VS. TOP BAR HIVE

by Hilary | Nov 12, 2015 | Equipment, New Bees

Whether you are new to beekeeping and trying to decide on a hive style or just curious about trying a new design, there are some definite advantages and drawbacks for both the Langstroth and Top Bar Hive designs. One is declared more practical while the other is...

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!