Saturday, April 16, 2011

My Adventure in bees...day one

I picked up my hive today just before sundown when they had all gone in for the night. I got them home and put the honey super on with all the frames. It's dark now and I'm putting this together with my Dad holding the flash light. I didn't smoke the hive or have any protective clothing on and only got stung once. I think that was because she was on my vest and I brushed my hand aginst her. The temp was in the 50's and a 99% full moon.
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  1. LisaApril 16, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    That's so excellent! Good for you!!!!

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  2. JimmyApril 16, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Thanks Lisa. I guess I was kinda foolish for not smoking them but I figured since it was night they would be at rest and calm. I think they were for the most part.

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  3. UnknownApril 17, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    This is going to be exciting to hear about your adventures with honey and the bees. Maybe we will have to make an exchange....some cheese for some honey??

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  4. JarodApril 24, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    I live in Fay, ar and just got bees too! Do you know if it's too late to get in on the beginners class? If you have any info on it I'd appreciate it. Jhmorri at gmail dot com

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  5. JimmyApril 24, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Jarod, there may be one coming up in your area. I'll try to remember to ask. The one I'm in is in Russellville.

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