September tasks are a continuation of August tasks. Feeding a syrup ratio of 2 parts sugar to 1 part water should continue until late September […] Read More
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Bees need water! Encourage your bees to drink at home rather than the neighbors swimming pool or water feature. For example, set up a water […] Read More
Some people, including beekeepers, view swarming as a scary event. It really is a sign of a healthy colony. As beekeepers it is our role to educate others on […] Read More
April is a very busy month for new as well as experienced beekeepers. For the newbie (or new-bee) every text book on beekeeping has a […] Read More
Register your hive(s) as required by state law RCW15.60 – it’s easy to do and the (nominal) registration fee goes to further honey bee research […] Read More
If you want to become a beekeeper, January is a good time to take stock of all your resources and get prepared for the season. […] Read More
September for the bee colony means drones are beginning to disappear, the queen’s egg laying decreases drastically, and the overall colony’s population is dropping. The […] Read More
Observations you may have in August: During warm weather you may observe what may appear as unusual behaviors by your bees – you’ll see fanning, […] Read More
With the early onset of warm weather check your colonies for crowding. Add a new box if the frame(s) of a hive box are 80% […] Read More
May is here but it is still spring in the Pacific Northwest. The month of May is characterized by rising daily high temperatures but continuous […] Read More