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.
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.
December is the first month in the beekeeping season you actually get to relax a bit. With that being said,
January in the PNW is a beekeeper’s vacation time. There’s not too much to do. Still, there are a few
Today was one of those rare February days when I got to actually work my bees. I come to miss
Learn how to check if your hive is alive in winter without opening it. Simple signs, safe methods, and what to do if you’re unsure.
Why feeding matters Usually new beekeepers start out with small colonies, called nucs, or packages of bees, which have no
Sometimes it is necessary to combine two hives together. If one or both are too weak to make it through
Why hive health matters Beginning beekeepers often worry if their hive is healthy. They do inspections, but they don’t know
Thinking about getting bees? Learn the costs, equipment, time commitment, and what to expect in your first year of beekeeping — before you bring home a hive.