Golden Rules Of Beekeeping

REDWOOD · Apr 20, 2014

Could we list some golden rules of beekeeping to help the new beekeepers on their way. Simple one sentence replies and admin could delete replies when necessary.
I'll start with;
Always make sure bees have stores

domino · Apr 20, 2014

Never run out of spare kit.

madasafish · Apr 20, 2014

ALWAYS check your zips are fastened securely. A bee buzzing within your veil is an experience : one you will not wish to repeat!

Edwardking · Apr 20, 2014

Join your local association

yeogi75 · Apr 20, 2014

don't forget your hive tool

Erichalfbee · Apr 20, 2014

Nothing needs doing NOW, in a panic.There is always time to think about how and what to do.

luckydunny · Apr 20, 2014

Have a plan and be prepared to adapt to what you find!

Finman · Apr 20, 2014

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Even if you are a beekeeper, use your brains

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Apple · Apr 20, 2014

Do not rush into changing things.... THINK before you ACT !

Swarm · Apr 20, 2014

Only open the hive if there is a precise reason to do so.

kathrynat · Apr 20, 2014

Use your smoker sparingly

mbc · Apr 20, 2014

kathrynat said:
Use your smoker sparingly

I would say to use your smoker appropriately would be better.

Dishmop · Apr 20, 2014

Read this forum before you buy your bees..and other kit.

pargyle · Apr 20, 2014

Handle them quietly, carefully and with confidence .. if you bang them about or squash bees they will reward you with pings and stings.

pargyle · Apr 20, 2014

Accept that you will get stung occasionally ... be prepared, if you haven't been stung before, to have a reaction. In the early days ensure you have someone on hand or a sound means of communicating with help.

Dishmop · Apr 20, 2014

pargyle said:
Accept that you will get stung occasionally ... be prepared, if you haven't been stung before, to have a reaction. In the early days ensure you have someone on hand or a sound means of communicating with help.

learn how to clap your hands quickly and stop flapping your arms about.

pargyle · Apr 20, 2014

Dishmop said:
...... stop flapping your arms about.

"Drowning not waving !" The old one's are still the best :icon_204-2:

BeeFarmer · Apr 20, 2014

Don't forget your hive tool.

Don't put your hive tool down else you'll never find it again!

Beauhawk · Apr 20, 2014

Appropriate for this year especially...

Read your bees and the conditions rather than the date on the calendar !

Bearbees · Apr 20, 2014

Never underestimate your own stupidity, or the intelligence of your bees.

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