How to bee keep

How does one become a beekeeper? There are many ways to start beekeeping, however, by taking certain steps ahead of time you'll maximize your success, save money, and have more fun!

Beekeeping is an integral part of the homesteading journey. Consequently, there are many benefits to the beekeeper, the garden, and the bees themselves. And there is a lot of joy in having bees in your

Not many people are aware that bees drink water. They also need water to keep their hive cool and humid. Here’s how to make a bee waterer for your garden.

In this series, backyard beekeeping for beginners, I hope to share some important things to think about before beginning the journey of keeping bees.

FYI, "meat bees" are actually wasps. Yellow jacket wasps. Bees are vegetarian, and are not aggressive. Late in the summer we see lots of wasps. When other food sources (nectar and insects) for wasps dry up and decline, wasps come more aggressively to our picnics and BBQs.&n

Thinking about keeping bees in your backyard and wondering how dangerous it might be? Beekeeping is dangerous if you do not know what you are doing, are allergic to stings, or do not have the proper equipment. However, if you adhere to safety precautions and fully understand the risks, it becomes far less dangerous to keep bees in your backyard. This article covers all you need to know about beekeeping before you start #beekeeping #backyard #homesteading #beehive #beekeeper…

Bee Keeping 101: How to Start a Hive #beekeeping

Learn what all beginner beekeepers need to know before they get bees. How to set up the apiary, where to buy bees, what beekeeping supplies are needed, and other beekeeping questions are answered in this article.

As a beekeeping instructor, I see many beekeepers learning the hard way. Here's how to avoid the 10 mistakes new beekeepers make.

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