12th May, 2011 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
The front page of yesterday’s Marysville Journal Tribune had a picture of a swarm. In chance that the swarm was still available I stopped by the office to be greeted by staff who were more than happy to get me the permission I needed to catch it. One of the easiest catches ever too. This is a good thing as they had a photographer snapping pics. Thanks to the staff at Marysville JT for the information and help in promoting Bee Keeping. Read More
8th May, 2011 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
I was surprised to get my first swarm call this evening. It was a fair sized swarm and a very easy catch. Im looking forward to more however im not sure i have the equipment…Gotta get working to build some… Thanks to the kind family in Milford Center for the call… Read More
14th March, 2011 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
I was able to check out my hives a couple weeks ago… At least 4 are doing well with one as questionable. I saw some activity but I”m not sure if it was robbing or bees coming and going. I had no intention on looking in just yet so I will have to wonder for a bit longer. I’m looking forward to another great swarm season but i have not had time to build more equipment yet. Ill make it happen or buy some as I hope to get up to 12 hives this year. More if i can but I’m trying to be realistic. Grants hive seemed to be doing great. He was happy and so am I. More later…. Read More
5th April, 2010 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Upon inventory I am down to 1 hive again. It seems I will never get a strong producing hive. I am optimistic that I will be getting another strong hive this season and I will be well equipped to handle several swarms this year. I am looking forward to the calls… Read More
16th May, 2009 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
I think swarm season is in full swing. I received 2 calls today. The first call I missed and another beekeeper got it… The second I caught. It was on the side of a home near Hilliard. The had just settled into a hole in his house. I offered to pry a board back to help the homeowner determine how bad the infestation was. The bees were right there… I was able to scoop most of the bees and catch the bulk of them. I was surprised… Thanks Tom for the call. Read More
12th May, 2009 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
I just caught my first swarm of the year… It was a huge swarm. Thanks to Toni for the call. I had to drive to Groveport to get it and it took about 45 min to catch. I am looking forward to catching more. Please call if you hear of any… Read More
21st April, 2009 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
After loosing 2 of my 3 hives this year I am hoping to catch a few swarms to bring my numbers up. At best guess I would say bees should begin swarming in the next few weeks. Depends on the weather… I am ready to set up 5 more hives this year. If you encounter a honeybee swarm please call me at 614-726-6183. Typically swarms will stay anywhere from a few hours to a few days. Honey bees swarms are typically not aggressive as long as you do not irritate them. Keep your distance and call a beekeeper and you will be OK. Read More
28th March, 2009 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
I met the owner of Pure-N-Simple natural foods in Delaware Ohio. She has agreed to order lemongrass oil in for me as well as keep it in stock. My intent this year is to focus on catching swarms. Scout bees are drawn to the scent of lemongrass oil so it is my goal to make this work for me… Check out Pure-N-Simple foods Read More
27th March, 2009 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
I lost nearly 70 percent of my hives this year… While that sounds harsh it was only 2 hives. I have learned a few lessons about feeding and winterizing from it. Luckily I still have one hive left. I have high expectations for that one hive this year. I just want honey I dont have to buy… Hopefully i get enough for my own consumption this year. A batch of mead would be nice as well… The bees have been flying collecting nectar and taking syrup rather quickly. Looking forward to the honey flow and putting my super on. I am still not convinced that winter is over. Hopefully it is though. Read More
11th March, 2009 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
With Spring rapidly approaching I am getting quite anxious. I am not near as prepared as i was last year. My intent was to have enough equipment to start 3 more hives this year. Not happening yet. I think I may finish the top bar hive i started last year. Seeing as this hobby is all about learning for me why not? (more…) Read More