Queen Bee Release Party

Queen Bee Release Party

Queen Bee Release Party Today marked the release party for the queen bee. Without any candy or a marshmallow to allow the workers to free her naturally, I had to do it manually. It’s suggested to wait about 3 to 4 days after installing the package before...
Bee Package Installation

Bee Package Installation

Bee Package Installation Today, I picked up my two bee packages. This year, I used two laundry bags with small holes in it to transport them in my car, which helped avoid the hassle of brushing off any stray bees clinging to the outside. Additionally, this setup...
New Beehive Stands

New Beehive Stands

New Beehive Stands Since I decided to add more bees to my apiary this year, I needed to create new hive stands. I wasn’t particularly fond of the cinder block design we hastily put together last year. Although it was durable, I didn’t like the fact that it...
Package or NUC?

Package or NUC?

Package or NUC? Last year, I was completely clueless about where to buy bees or how to go about it. A friend recommended a nearby feed store that offered bee packages, so I decided to give it a try.  Since then, I’ve expanded my knowledge about bees, including...