Trees ‘n Bees, Inc.

Christmas Trees and Honeybees

Mon, Wed, Thur 12-6 pm; Saturday 10-4 pm

"Almost" Summer Notes
Pop the top of the hive about once a week, just to peek at the volume of bees in the hive. If they are covering 6-7 frames (aprox 75%) then add another box, whether that be a second deep for the brood chamber, or a western for honey.

Continue to feed as long as the bees are taking the syrup. Typically, once blackberries start to bloom, you MAY be able to remove the feed. However, make sure they have food (honey) stored in the frames, enough to sustain them during a cold and/or wet spell of weather. You can get a good feel for this by lifting the back of the hive and judging how heavy it is. If there is not enough for them, leave the feed on awhile longer. However, you don't want to be feeding during a honey flow (no suger water in your honey!). Sometimes it is a juggling act to balance feeding with honey gathering/storage!

Our seminars are for newcomers to beekeeping, those looking for more detailed information, or an opportunity for review . Our informal, interactive approach covers the basics of the beehive, the honeybees life cycle, splits, swarming, harvest issues, fall maintenance, and much more! One to two hours will be in the apiary for hands-on learning (weather permitting). Please bring your suit, veil and gloves for the apiary portion of the day. Children under 16 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

Sessions are from 9 am to 4 pm on a Saturday ~ May 19th is the next class ~ lunch is included. The June session not been set. Give us a call if you have any questions.

Class Fees: $45 each, $80 per couple and $35 per each additional person in a group. Pre-registration at least 2-3 days prior to the scheduled date is requested, unless prior arrangements are made.

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