What’s That? A Brand New Groove!

Posted by africanamericanbeekeeper on October 30, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

This October I inspected my only remaining hive after a couple of months of having no direct contact with the bees due to sheer, unadulterated frustration with the small hive beetles (SHB) that had destroyed the hive that I attempted to establish with a package of bees. The fall season also is a good time … Continue reading →

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The Bees have a new home. A photo story.

Posted by africanamericanbeekeeper on April 22, 2011 · 6 Comments 

The African American Beekeeper in an “Ultra Breeze Bee Suit.” This bee suit kept me safe and confident while working the bees. Absolutely, no stings!!!

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Getting Started In Beekeeping? Do Your Research!

Posted by africanamericanbeekeeper on April 8, 2011 · 4 Comments 

Don’t Make the Mistake I Made! I was so excited about becoming a beekeeper, I immediately went online and ordered an 8 frame beginners kit for beekeeping “English Garden” style from Brushy Mountain Bee Farm. The kit included an entrance feeder, book, smoker, bee brush, 10” hive tool, plastic gloves, and hatless veil.  I purchased … Continue reading →

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