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    Interested in getting bee's

    Hives are easy. Bottom board on the bottom, large super with frames on top of that. You might have drawn comb on the frames, empty frames, or frames that have a comb base-I don't like those-I go with empty or drawn if I happen to have any. You'll need a queen excluder to prevent the queen from...
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    Interested in getting bee's

    My two original hives are Italian/Carni hybrids, and my two newest are Italian. I agree that researching what you're looking for in a hive is really important. I went to classes at my local club, and watched endless YouTube videos on all aspects of beekeeping-it's amazing how many beekeepers...
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    Interested in getting bee's

    I am a beekeeper! I began my first hive years ago, and yesterday got my latest shipment of two new colonies of girls, to increase my hive number. I ordered from a source that came recommended, but for the first time got stung about 15 times. my mistake, ladies, thought you'd like a new home...
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    Southern NY, Dutchess county and below

    Good Morning everyone! I used to be an active member, known as "Cheeky Chick". it's been about 7 years since I've visited, and my old account isn't allowing me to reactivate. I'm so glad to be back here, I've still got chickens, I also keep Honeybees, and my plethora of dogs, cats, and of...
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