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Tonight’s the night..
May 16, 2022 Besides being the first words to a cheesy Rod Stewart song, it’s the night we retrieve our first swarm trap. The location in Fulton has had activity for at least a week. This afternoon I went to the location to see for myself. I saw lots of activity, but couldn’t get a…
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We may have bees…
The writer observed the first honeybee of the year at their apiary, likely a scout. After several days of no activity, they noticed bee activity on May 9th, and on May 10th, saw activity from both hives. They plan to wait before inspecting further. Additionally, a swarm trap set up at a friend’s home showed…
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Hanging the swarm traps…
In early 2023, preparations for swarm trapping began. Beeswax starter strips were attached to frames using a heat gun. The traps were baited with propolis, lemongrass essential oil, and slow-release tubes. Trial traps were hung, and then three traps were placed in various locations. The process awaits the arrival of swarms.