Tools of the trade
Get a toolbox and load it up with a list of essentials. Over time it’ll be helpful to store the bibs and bobs that you make part of your inspection kit.
Common feeding styles
There are mainly four types of feeding styles when it comes to syrup and feeding your bees: Top feeding (internal or external) Internal feeding Front feeding Bulk/exterior feeding Each of …
Relocating a bumble bee nest
Have you had a bumble bee nest on your property? Here are some tips on how to relocate them yourself, if you’re up for it.
Bees… in a package or a nuc?
In the recent introductory discussion on the cost to become a beekeeper, there’s mention of buying bees. However, the choices might be somewhat awkward if you don’t know what they …
Spring time bee garden
It’s time to think about what to plant this year for the bees.
So you want to become a beekeeper, eh?
How much does it cost to start beekeeping? Let’s find out…
What’s on your bottom board?
An overview of some of the things to expect on your bottom board. Let’s read through that cryptic mess they leave behind and try to understand what’s going on in the hive.
Honey bees: Letters from the Hive
Our library has a new book! Title: Honey Bees, Letters from the Hive – A History of Bees and Honey Author: Stephen Buchmann “Since prehistoric times, we humans have felt …
Galloping Goose delivers a fountain of flora
The naturally-maintained Galloping Goose Trail provides a bounty of flora. Here is a quick view on the colourful corollas.
Planting the Bee Garden
At last spring has arrived on Southern Vancouver Island and our thoughts turn to what to plant in our gardens this year. Here are some suggestions for flowering plants that …