Beekeeping Equipment
Frames With Foundation (Or Foundationless?)
The two main types of foundation for your Langstroth frames are beeswax and plastic. Start with plastic and consider moving toward foundationless.
Melanie February 5, 2019
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General Beekeeping
Beekeeper Terms: 12 To Know Upfront
We’ve added a glossary to our site to help you learn some beekeeper terminology. As a new beekeeper, let’s go over 12 beekeeping terms you should know from the outset.
Melanie January 17, 2019
General Beekeeping
What, When & How To Feed Honey Bees
When to feed honey bees? In our opinion, only feed your bees when they need it. Let’s go over that including what to feed and how to feed your bees.
Melanie January 14, 2019
Bees
What Honey Bees To Buy
(A Simple Answer)
When buying bees you will most likely come across certain subspecies. Each of these has traits and characteristics that are either advantages or drawbacks.
Melanie January 13, 2019
Beekeeping Equipment
Should I Paint My Beehive?
(Do It!)
Painting your hives has the primary benefit of protecting your equipment from the elements and extending their useful life. There are other reasons you might want to paint them.
Melanie January 12, 2019
Beekeeping Equipment
Where To Place A Beehive
Before your new equipment arrives, think about where you’re going to set up your bees. Here’s are some things you should consider when setting up your bee yard.
Melanie January 7, 2019
Bees
Where To Get Honey Bees? Think Local (and Get a Nuc)
The best place to get your starting bees is locally. While you can get them in a “package”, we strongly recommend you get a “nuc” box for your first hives.
Melanie January 4, 2019
Beekeeping Equipment
Bears And Bees (How To Protect Your Hives)
Bears can wreak havoc on your bees and hives. Here’s why an electric fence is the best option for protecting your investment.
Melanie January 2, 2019
Bees
Do Honey Bees Sting?
Yes, They Do
(What You Should Know)
As a beekeeper you will get stung. Prepare yourself with protective gear and know what to do when you are stung.
Jim December 30, 2018
About Us
I’m Melanie Howard. My husband, Jim, and I want to share with you everything we’ve learned about beekeeping since we were newbies 6 years ago. Maybe the the ups and downs we’ve experienced can help you along the way.
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