Beekeeping 101
What Is Honey? (A Guide For Beginning Beekeepers)
Although several insects make honey, it is mainly associated with the western honey bee, the most common species of honey bee used for honey production worldwide. So, what is honey?
Start Smart With Honey Bees
Tips for beginning beekeepers
Beekeeping 101
Fall Hive Management (Get Ready For Winter!)
Fall hive management focuses on preparing for winter. Winter losses are common and expensive. Follow this guide to help your bees survive until next spring.
Beekeeping 101
Managing Beehives In Summer
Managing beehives in summer is mostly about assisting the bees in storing honey (for the bees and you) and dealing with some of the season’s extreme weather.
Beekeeping 101
Spring Beehive Management (12 Main Tasks)
Spring beehive management is important for beekeepers and bees alike. Clean up from winter and get surviving colonies set up to thrive. Feed, if necessary, watch out for potential swarming, install new bees and give your bees additional space as needed.
Beekeeping 101
Is Your Hive Queenless? Or Queenright? (How To Check)
A queenless hive needs prompt attention to avoid the loss of an entire colony. This article describes how to assess if the hive is queenright and what to do if it is not.
Beekeeping 101
Managing Beehives (A Beginner’s Guide)
Managing beehives is a year-round task; however, the level of work and time required will vary widely with seasonal changes. Learn what you can do to help your bees not just survive, but thrive.
Beekeeping 101
What Is A Hive Tool? (An Every Day Beekeeping Tool)
A hive tool is a multipurpose implement designed for beekeeping. Hive tools come in different designs, but all serve two primary functions. First, hive tools separate and lift hive components stuck together by propolis. Second, they scrape off excess propolis and comb. A hive tool is the most used beekeeping tool.
Beekeeping 101
How To Set Up Your Beehive (It’s Easy!)
Set up your beehive in advance so you can install the bees as soon as possible after they arrive. A starting Langstroth hive only needs a bottom board, entrance reducer, one deep brood box, and the inner and outer covers. Adding a brood box between the covers provides room for a top feeder.
Beekeeping 101
How To Start Beekeeping (A Complete Guide)
Follow our steps on how to start beekeeping and avoid many of the issues that discourage beginning beekeepers.
Beekeeping Equipment
Beekeeping Protective Clothing (A Guide For Beginners)
Beekeeping protective clothing consists of veils to protect your eyes and face; beekeeping suits and jackets for most of your body; gloves for hands; and boots for feet and ankles. The amount of protective clothing you wear depends on your comfort level and what you are doing with the bees.
About Us
I’m Melanie Howard. My husband, Jim, and I want to share with you everything we’ve learned about beekeeping since we started our hobby. Maybe the the ups and downs we’ve experienced can help you along the way.
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