Hiving/ Installing a Bee Package

Beautiful Bee Package

Soon, many of you will pick up their first bee packages...So exciting! Many of you will also have to hive/install your own bees in their new hives by yourself. Yes, you can do it.

As you package has travelled from far away, once you get home ,  spray your bees with water so they can  get a good drink. Place them in a cool place, like your basement, and let them relax a bit...it has been a long journey for your bees. 

I hope that your hive is set up in its proper location, if it is the case...you are ready!

Remember if it is too cold , rainy or windy wait a day. In the meantime you should spray them 3x per day with light syrup (1:1 water: sugar).

Do not use your smoker on this first day with your bees, there is no need. 

Hiving/Installing a bee package

I hope you remember the things you learn in your beekeeping classes!

Stay calm, and be gentle your bees will thank you.

Happy Beekeeping! Enjoy your new hobby...it is a fascinating one :)