Bees are happy here in chemical-free environment.

A nuc is an abbreviation for nucleus, or starter hive, made of solid white pine bases, bodies, and tops

Warre size nucs, painted and ready for inhabitants!

White pine frames, open, with no foundation. Bees have a multi-million year DIY method for building comb.

Candy Boards installed first warm day in December

The screened bottom board is one of the Integrated Pest Management applications.

When the temps are low and before a rain, that's the time to sprinkle hydrated lime, to inhibit Small Hive Beetles.

The smoker is the beekeeper's "door bell". In one small puff, it greets the bees and prepares them for a gentle inspection.

Used to inhibit the Small Hive Beetle from successfully pupating in the soil.