The Best Gloves for Beekeeping: After 13 years, I Settled on Apis Tactical Gloves
I’ve kept bees for most of 13 years now, and initially I started out with leather work gloves. I quickly […]
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The Best Hive Tools; What to Look For
Hive tools can make all the difference when you are working your bees. The way they fit in your hand,
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How to Choose the Right Beekeeping Personal Protective Gear
I wanted the swarm, and it was a small cluster of bees, so it should’ve been calm, right? Wrong! This
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How to Manage Hive Space Correctly in the Early Spring
Learn how to manage hive space in early spring so your bees stay healthy and build up fast. This guide covers cluster size, box arrangement, reducing empty space, and when to move colonies into a nuc.
How to Choose the Best Shoes for Beekeeping
In this guide, I will share everything I know about beekeeping footwear, what works and what doesn’t, and my personal
How to Make a Walk Away Split
Learn how to do a walk‑away split step‑by‑step. This beginner‑friendly guide explains timing, equipment, queenless periods, and how to create a healthy new hive with minimal stress.
Is a Ventilated or Cotton Suit Better for Beginner Beekeepers?
Beginning beekeepers have a host of decisions to make, from what hive style to an insulated hive or a regular
Bee Pollen Basics: How to Tell If Your Colony Has Enough Pollen (and When to Feed)
I’m sure everyone is familiar with pollen, as what can cause seasonal allergies. Sneezing, watery and itchy eyes, and just
How to Feed Bees in Winter Using Dry Sugar (Simple Beginner Method)
Learn how to feed honey bees in freezing weather using the simple dry sugar method. No fondant, no candy boards—just an easy, inexpensive winter feeding technique that prevents moisture and helps colonies survive until spring.
Winter Nosema in Honey Bees: Symptoms, Risks, and What You Can Actually Do When It’s Too Cold to Treat
Nosema often shows up in winter when bees can’t take syrup. Learn the real symptoms, risks, and practical steps you can take to support colonies until spring.